Stakeholders to meet in Lagos for 3rd MARAN maritime lecture on war risk insurance

By Joy Enamuna

Maritime stakeholders across Nigeria are set to converge in Lagos on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, for the third edition of the Maritime Annual Maritime Lecture (MAMAL), organised by the Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN).

The event, which will take place at Four Points by Sheraton, Victoria Island, will focus on the theme: “Addressing the Burden of War Risk Insurance on Nigeria’s Maritime Trade.”

According to the organisers, the lecture will draw regulators, operators, and security experts to deliberate on ways to reduce the huge financial burden imposed on vessels calling at Nigerian ports by war risk insurance premiums.

The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, will serve as the Special Guest of Honour. Also expected are the Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola; Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council, Pius Akutah Ukeyima; Flag Officer Commanding Western Naval Command, Rear Admiral Gregory Oaemen; and Executive Director (Operations & Technical) of Tantita Security Services, Capt. Warredi Enisuoh.

The lecture will be chaired by Engr. Greg Ogbeifun, Chairman of Starzs Investment Ltd, while maritime lawyer, Dr. Emeka Akabogu, will deliver the keynote address. Other notable guests include Capt. Emmanuel Ihenacho, Chairman of Integrated Oil & Gas.

President of MARAN, Mr. Godfrey Bivbere, said MAMAL 2025 would provide a platform for frank discussions and pragmatic recommendations on easing the burden of war risk insurance.

He said, “The outcome of the lecture would serve as a guide for policymakers and industry players in addressing the issue. This year’s edition will be impactful and solution-driven, considering the calibre of participants and the relevance of the theme.”

Now in its third edition, the annual lecture has become a platform for constructive dialogue on pressing challenges affecting the growth and sustainability of Nigeria’s maritime industry.