Nigeria has called on the global maritime community to prioritise fairness, equity, and adequate support for developing economies in the push toward net-zero emissions in international shipping.
Speaking at the 84th session of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC 84) of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in London, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, H.E. Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, reaffirmed the country’s support for decarbonization, stating that such support depends on frameworks that reflect the economic realities of developing nations.
A statement signed by: Dr. Bolaji Akinola Special Adviser to the Honourable Minister Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, disclosed that Oyetola emphasised that achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 must align with sustainable development goals.
On the sidelines of the MEPC 84, the minister also held strategic meetings with the Secretary-General of the IMO, Arsenio Dominguez, and the President of Saudi Arabia’s Transport General Authority, H.E. Fawaz Al Sehali. During these engagements, he reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to deeper collaboration across key maritime priorities.
The discussions focused on strengthening cooperation in maritime security, capacity building, blue economy development, and advancing a fair and inclusive energy transition.
Oyetola reiterated Nigeria’s commitment to a constructive and mutually beneficial partnership with the IMO, anchored on shared goals such as maritime safety, institutional capacity development, and sustainable blue economy growth.
Dominguez expressed appreciation for the hospitality extended to him during his recent visit to Nigeria, particularly his meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. He described the engagement as a clear demonstration of Nigeria’s strong commitment to maritime governance.
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