The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has commissioned the NIMASA Museum at the Nigerian Maritime Resource Development Centre (NMRDC) in Kirikiri, Lagos, marking a significant step in preserving and promoting Nigeria’s rich maritime heritage.
Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, the Director General of NIMASA, Dr Dayo Mobereola, represented by the agency’s Director of Planning, Research and Data Management Services, Aisha Jidda, officially declared the museum open to the public. Mobereola described the facility as a repository of Nigeria’s maritime history, dedicated to safeguarding the nation’s seafaring legacy for future generations.
He said the museum would serve as an educational and research hub, showcasing historical artefacts, archival materials, maritime innovations and the evolution of Nigeria’s maritime industry. According to him, the initiative underscores NIMASA’s commitment to promoting maritime awareness, supporting research, inspiring the next generation of maritime professionals and preserving the enduring legacy of Nigeria’s maritime sector.