NIMASA, NiMet sign MoU to improve navigation of vessels in territorial waters

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) and the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) setting out areas of collaboration in weather forecasting and climate research.

The MoU is designed as a framework for NiMet to provide meteorological services for NIMASA to improve the welfare of seafarers and safety of navigation vessels in Nigerian territorial waters in line with recommendations of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO).

NIMASA Director-General, Dr. Bashir Jamoh, who spoke shortly after the ceremony, yesterday, expressed confidence that the forecast for maritime safety and security would not only improve safety of navigation in Nigerian waters, but also greatly enhance the confidence of the international community in the Nigerian maritime sector.

On his part, Director-General of NiMet, Prof. Mansur Bako Matazu, gave the assurance that the maritime industry would soon benefit from the partnership in the same way that the aviation sector has been benefiting from NiMet’s services.