18TH EDITION • NIGERIA INTERNATIONAL MARITIME PORT AND TERMINAL
Nigeria's Marine and Blue Economy Industry Performance 2026 and Outlook 2027
THEME
National Strategy for Port and Maritime Corridor Revamps
26 November 2026
3:30 PM – 7:30 PM
NIGAV Centre, Lagos
18th Edition
Why Attend NIMPORT 2026?
Review. Benchmark. Connect. Recognise.
NIMPORT provides a platform for stakeholder review, industry benchmarking and knowledge exchange, while examining the development and future direction of Nigeria’s marine and blue economy.
Industry Performance Review
Examine developments across Nigeria’s marine and blue economy.
Industry Outlook
Gain perspective on the direction of the sector and its emerging opportunities.
Stakeholder Engagement
Connect with stakeholders across the marine and allied sectors.
Policy & Industry Dialogue
Explore the implications of the national policy framework for marine and blue economy development.
Industry Recognition
Celebrate organisations and individuals contributing to sector performance.
30 Distinct Industry Awards
Recognising contributions across the breadth of the marine and blue economy.
National Strategy for Port and Maritime Corridor Revamps
The 2026 theme will examine the content and progress of the 10-year National Policy Framework on Marine and Blue Economy.
Presentation of 30 Distinct Industry Awards
The Marine and Blue Economy Industry Performance Award recognises organisations and leaders who have driven outstanding operational efficiency, revenue growth, and sustainability within the maritime and blue economy sector.
Port & Terminal Operations
Efficiency, throughput and turnaround performance
Shipping & Logistics
Carriers, agencies and freight-forwarding excellence
Regulation & Policy
Institutions advancing the national maritime agenda
Infrastructure & Investment
Corridor, dredging and terminal development projects
Blue Economy Innovation
Technology, sustainability and marine enterprise
People & Emerging Leaders
Individual, seafarer and youth recognition
Programme at a Glance
Thursday, 26th November 2026 • 3:30 PM – 7:30 PM • NIGAV Centre, Lagos
3:30PM
Arrival, Registration & Industry Networking
4:00pm
Opening Ceremony, Welcome Address & Goodwill Remarks
4:30PM
Lecture: Nigeria Blue Economy Outlook and Projection
5:15PM
Presentation of the 30 Industry Performance Awards
6:30PM
Dinner Service & Musical Entertainment
7:30PM
Closing Remarks & Departure
* Programme timings are indicative and may be refined ahead of the event.
The Drivers at a Glance
Meet the visionary leaders, port authorities, and maritime pioneers charting the course for NIMPORT 2026.
His Excellency Adegboyega Oyetola CON
Mrs. Fatima Sugra Tabi'a Mahmood
Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy
Dr. Abubakar Dantoso
Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA)
Dr. Dayo Mobereola
Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA)
Vice Admiral Idi Abbas
Nigerian Navy
Alhaji Umar Yusuf Girei
National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA)
Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR
Nigeria Customs Service
Mr. Kingsley Igwe
Council for the Regulation of Freight Forwarding in Nigeria (CRFFN)
Sponsor NIMPORT 2026
Special Palatium Industry Card
₦25,000,000
- 10 Guests
- Main Sponsor
- Front-row premium seating with dedicated table hostess
- Networking with Executives and Industry players
- Recognition as a table sponsor
- Bottles of Premium Champagne
- Bottles of Premium Red or White Wine
- Assorted Cocktails or Mocktails
- Soft Drinks & Wate
- Deluxe Platter of Small Chops & Gourmet Finger Foods
- Brand mention in event brochure
Special Gold Industry Card
₦15,000,000
- 10 Guests
- Front-row premium seating with dedicated table hostess
- Networking with Executives and Industry players
- Recognition as a table sponsor
- Bottles of Premium Champagne
- Bottles of Premium Red or White Wine
- Assorted Cocktails or Mocktails
- Soft Drinks & Water
- Deluxe Platter of Small Chops & Gourmet Finger Foods
- Brand mention in event brochure
Special Silver Industry Card
₦10,000,000
- 10 Guests
- Front-row premium seating with dedicated table hostess
- Networking with Executives and Industry players
- Recognition as a table sponsor
- Bottles of Premium Champagne
- Bottles of Premium Red or White Wine
- Assorted Cocktails or Mocktails
- Soft Drinks & Water
- Deluxe Platter of Small Chops & Gourmet Finger Foods
- Brand mention in event brochure
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Be part of the annual gathering examining Nigeria’s marine and blue economy performance and outlook
NIMPORT 2026
Nigeria International Maritime Port and Terminal (NIMPORT) is the premier platform for assessing the performance of the marne and allied sector, providing stakeholder review, benchmarking, and exchange.
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