NIMASA intensifies maritime enforcement with Blue-Green operation
NIMASA has launched a new intelligence-led enforcement operation, codenamed “Blue-Green”, to intensify maritime security and compliance in Lagos. Read More: https://punchng.com/nimasa-intensifies-maritime-enforcement-with-blue-green-operation/
The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) recently launched a comprehensive maritime enforcement operation named "Blue-Green" in Lagos. Deputy Director/Head of Public Relations, Osagie Edward, revealed that the initiative involved the deployment of assets from the Integrated National Security and Waterways Protection Infrastructure, also known as Deep Blue, alongside maritime security units.
The operation merged intelligence gathering, analysis, and target development with coordinated enforcement at sea. A newly established intelligence capability within NIMASA Deep Blue and the Command, Control, Communications, Computers, and Intelligence System was introduced to enhance the identification, assessment, and prioritization of vessels of interest.
This real-time intelligence support facilitated more precise target selection and optimized the efficiency of enforcement teams. NIMASA Director-General, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, announced that "Blue-Green" would become a regular occurrence. The successful outcome of the operation led to the decision to formalize the Blue-Green model as a recurring intelligence-led enforcement method and expand similar operations to other maritime regions, such as Port Harcourt, Calabar, and Warri, based on operational readiness and intelligence priorities.
According to Mobereola, the deployment of multiple enforcement platforms serves as a deterrent against criminal activities. The operation resulted in the boarding and inspection of several vessels for document verification and compliance screening, covering statutory certification, cargo and voyage documentation, surcharge obligations, and cabotage compliance requirements.
The operation showcased the value of integrating NIMASA's enforcement capabilities with C4i intelligence and Deep Blue maritime assets, laying the groundwork for more structured and sustained intelligence-led enforcement strategies aimed at enhancing maritime compliance and boosting revenue generation.
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