There are growing concerns regarding the collaboration between the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) and the Nigerian Navy, with warnings that it could lead to overlapping jurisdiction, confusion, inefficiency, and potential security lapses within the nation’s maritime domain. Renowned United States maritime and security expert, Prof. Alfred Oniye, pointed out significant issues with the joint operations that merit attention. He warned that the dual roles of NIMASA in regulatory oversight and maritime safety, and the Nigerian Navy in national defense, create a potential for overlap in jurisdiction and security lapses, which could undermine efforts to secure the nation’s
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