The National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) has increased its waterways safety personnel from 80 to 350.
The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, stated this at a roundtable on waterways safety.
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Oyetola emphasised the government’s commitment to ensuring safety through 24-hour surveillance at major jetties and loading points.
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NIWA’s Managing Director, Bola Oyebamiji, highlighted improvements in safety measures, including standardised boat operations and better navigational facilities.
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