NIMASA said that ISPS Code rose from 7% to 85%
NIMASA said that International Ships and Ports facility Security (ISPS) Code compliance level has risen from a mere 7% to 83% in the last two years, The Vanguard reports
NIMASA’s Director General, Mr. Patrick Akpobolokemi said that there is improved ISPS compliance level in Nigerian ports and terminals , adding that the success story of ISPS Code compliance has enhanced better environment for port operations.
He noted that the compliance level has eliminated wharf rats, hawking and even touting within the ports’ vicinity, adding that unlike in the past; one can now import goods and be sure that the goods will arrive in tact without the usual dreadful experience.
The agency boss disclosed that the NIMASA’s satellite surveillance centre has also assisted in the quest to combating illicit activities in the Nigerian maritime domain , noting that the agency can respond to distress calls on Nigerian waters and beyond.
He said that the 24 hours satellite equipment has the capacity to detect boats, ships and objects predefined cross section floating on waters, which has helped to reduce incidence of piracy and oil theft to the barest minimum.
Akpobolokemi added that the sponsors of oil theft and pirate attacks are against the agency, hence the numerous mudslinging on the agency and its leadership. –
Source: The Vanguard
