Empowering Women in Maritime: NIMASA Leads the Charge
By Lod Onyeji As the world celebrates International Women's Day, the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting gender equality in the maritime sector. Director General Dr. Dayo Mobereola emphasized that sustainable progress in the industry requires the contributions of both men and women. The maritime sector presents enormous opportunities for economic growth, with the global maritime industry projected to reach $3.5 trillion by 2025. However, women remain underrepresented in the industry, making up only 2% of the global maritime workforce, according to the International Maritime Organization (IMO). NIMASA's efforts to promote gender equality are commendable. The Agency has implemented policies and initiatives to encourage more women to build careers and leadership roles in the industry. This is in line with global best practices, as seen in countries like Norway and Sweden, where women hold over 40% of leadership pos...
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