Dr. Dayo Mobereola, Director General of NIMASA, announced plans to revise the STCW 2017 curriculum for Nigerian Maritime Training Institutions. This update, discussed with the Maritime Academy of Nigeria’s Governing Board, aims to align training standards with global benchmarks, enhancing the credibility of Nigerian seafarers’ certifications and improving their competitiveness.
Nigerian seafarers are urgently calling for reforms in the maritime sector, citing harassment, poor welfare, and inadequate support. During the 2025 Day of the Seafarers event in Lagos, speakers emphasized the need for enforcing anti-harassment policies and creating safe reporting mechanisms to protect crew members and enhance operational efficiency.
Nigerian seafarers are demanding urgent reforms in the maritime sector, citing harassment, inadequate welfare, and lack of support aboard vessels. During the 2025 Day of the Seafarers event in Lagos, speakers emphasized the need for enforcement of anti-harassment measures and a safer work environment to enhance both mental health and operational efficiency.
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