NIMASA’S Renewed Push Against Maritime Crimes

NIMASA (Nigeria Maritime Administration and Safety Agency) has intensified its campaign to curb maritime crimes such as piracy, illegal fishing, oil theft, and smuggling in Nigerian waters. The agency has deployed more patrol vessels, upgraded surveillance technology, and increased coordination with the Nigerian Navy, the Coast Guard, and regional partners. Recent actions include joint operations that have seized illegal fishing gear, arrested suspected pirates, and recovered stolen crude oil. NIMASA also launched public awareness programs for coastal communities and tightened licensing and monitoring of vessels to deter illicit activities. This renewed push aims to protect Nigeria’s maritime resources, improve... Views Nigeria