NIWA Chairman, Shagari meets World Maritime University President in London

The chairman of the Nigerian Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Barr.  Mutari Shagari, on Monday, met with the President of the World Maritime University (WMU), Malmö, Sweden, Professor Maximo Q. Mejia Jr., on the sidelines of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Council meeting in London.

SolaceBase reports that the meeting focused on strengthening collaboration between Nigeria and the World Maritime University in advancing maritime education, capacity building and the development of the country’s blue economy.

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The engagement comes as Nigeria continues to deepen its participation in global maritime governance and pursue reforms aimed at improving inland waterways transportation, maritime safety and human capital development.Educational Resources

The World Maritime University, established by the International Maritime Organisation, is a leading institution for postgraduate education and research in the global maritime sector, training professionals from across the world.

The meeting underscores Nigeria’s commitment to leveraging international partnerships to enhance maritime administration, promote sustainable shipping and strengthen the capacity of professionals in the country’s maritime industry.