FG Rewards Nine Officials Over Nigeria’s Return to IMO Council
By Victoria Silvanus The Federal Government has issued letters of commendation to nine members of an Inter-Ministerial Committee in recognition of their outstanding roles in Nigeria’s successful election into Category C of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council for the 2026–2027 biennium. . Nigeria secured the seat during the IMO Council elections held on 28 November 2025 in London, a development widely regarded as a major boost to the country’s maritime profile and diplomatic influence within the global shipping community. The commendation was contained in a press release signed by Dr Bolaji Akinola, Special Adviser to the Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Abuja. Letters Signed by Minister Oyetola The commendation letters, dated 28 January 2026, were signed by the Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, His Excellency Dr Adegboyega Oyetola, CON. In the letters, the Minister praised the committee members fo...