Admiralty Law practitioners and
stakeholders from various Law
departments in Nigeria have applauded the Director General of Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr Bashir Jamoh, on his ingenuity and assiduousness in curbing piracy in the Gulf of Guinea.
They gave the Commendations during the 3rd Nigerian Maritime Admiralty Law Colloquium, held recently at Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel, Victoria Island Lagos.
The Colloquium slated for 10th-11th May, 2023, has a theme; ‘Beyond Maritime Security Threats In The Gulf of Guinea: Harnessing the gains of a secured maritime domain”.
The much talked-about Colloquium
organised by NIMASA in collaboration with Nigerian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies (NIALS) and National Judicial Institute (NJI), drew Admiralty law experts from different walks of life.
In his speech, the Chief Justice of
Nigeria, Hon. Justice Olukayode
Ariwoola, GCON, said the proactive
measures taken by NIMASA under the leadership of Dr Jamoh to secure Nigerian Maritime domain are greatly acknowledged, not only in Nigeria but in the international community.
Speaking through his representative, he pointed out: “This Colloquium is timely and will expose Maritime law practitioners to international laws covering operations in the maritime industry.
“As judicial officers, we have important roles to play in curbing maritime crimes in the region. So, it is imperative that we have the knowledge. I am satisfied with the calibres of resource persons
carefully selected for this programme. I thank NIMASA DG for this Colloquium and his determination at ensuring that
the Agency fulfils its mandate in
maritime security. I also thank the
Institute for its role in this programme.
Speaking further “Also, the topic of this Colloquium is ideal because the maritime industry promotes economic activities like shipping, fishing and tourism. These activities attract maritime crimes. So, we must continue to have this discussion”.
Also speaking, Justice Olayinka Faji, in his goodwill message, highlighted the achievements recorded in Maritime security through the SPOMO Act.
According to him, the Act paves the
way for prosecution of those culpable of maritime crimes, to serve as deterrent for others.
During the technical session, Dr Emeka Akabogu, spoke on 10 years of Yaounde Code of conduct and the urgent need to review the status quo, in order to achieve improved regional cooperation.
Earlier in his welcome address, Dr
Jamoh emphasised on greater working collaborating, as one of the strategies needed to sustain maritime security in Nigerian domain and the Gulf of Guinea.