President Bola Tinubu has given his approval for the appointment of a new Governing Board for the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA).
These appointments, which became effective on June 24, are in accordance with Section 5 of the NIMASA Act.
This section mandates that the board is responsible for determining the agency’s overall policy regarding its financial, commercial, and operational programs.
The new Board was formally inaugurated on Wednesday, July 2, 2025.
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Among the significant appointments is Iroghama Ogbeifun, who is the Managing Director/Chief Executive of Starzs Investments Company and also chairs the Technical Committee of the Shipowners Association of Nigeria (SOAN).
Industry experts view Ogbeifun’s appointment as a testament to the administration’s commitment to strengthening institutions and enlisting highly meritorious individuals for crucial national assignments.
Her selection is seen as a natural choice by those familiar with her consistent drive for innovation, excellence, and transformative growth throughout her leadership at Starzs, which has notably contributed to the advancement of the maritime industry and the blue economy framework.
Ogbeifun brings extensive qualifications to her role, including a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and Psychology from the University of Massachusetts, Boston, and a Master’s in Public Health and Health Promotion from Brunel University, London.
She is also an alumna of Harvard Business School’s Owner/President Management program and holds professional certifications such as Commercial Risk in Shipping from Lloyd’s Maritime Academy.
With over 11 years of experience in the maritime sector, she applies her expertise to lead strategy, oversee business development, finance, research, and policy.
She has a strong track record of achieving revenue targets, notably helping Starzs secure $15 million in Mezzanine Debt in 2015 for business expansion.
Under her leadership, Starzs’ asset base significantly expanded from 3 ships in 2014 to 11 ships by February 2021, marking a key milestone that solidifies the company’s position in Nigeria’s maritime logistics sector.11
The newly appointed Board also comprises representatives from key government ministries, including Marine and Blue Economy and Labour, as well as the Nigeria Navy and the Director General of NIMASA. Additionally, other members appointed possess extensive experience in maritime, shipping, and labor-related matters.
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