Commodore A. Adams-AliuNigerian Navy has scheduled to host the 2024 Symposium of the Heads of Navies and Coastguards of the Gulf of Guinea countries, reports MJConcept TV News.
The symposium, which is the 8th edition, will be in partnership with the European Union and the French Navy.
According to Commodore A. Adams-Aliu in a statement made available to MJConcept TV News the event is scheduled for 26 – 28 November 2024 in Abuja, with the theme “Maritime Security and Sustainable Development in the Gulf of Guinea”.
He said the aim is to promote maritime security in the region and strengthen cooperation and coordination for effective maritime law enforcement.
“Central to the enhancement of maritime security and safety in the region, is the need for countries to strengthen regional cooperation and governance by fostering multidimensional partnerships,” Commodore A. Adams-Aliu said in a statement.
“The Symposium will provide a platform for naval and coast guard practitioners in the region to coalesce ideas on maritime security and safety while deepening the implementation of the Yaoundé Code of Conduct.”
Explaining, Commodore Adams-Aliu said the event will feature 2 days of 3 Strategic Sessions on Regional and International Cooperation for Maritime Security in the Gulf of Guinea, Maritime Domain Awareness and Information Sharing as well as necessary Legal and Regulatory Framework for Maritime Security Operations.
“The Symposium will highlight issues related to analyzing Maritime Security challenges, promoting an integrated approach to maritime security and developing tools to implement contemporary strategies. Heads of Navies and Coastguards of the Gulf of Guinea countries and representatives of the region.
International will participate in the symposium,” Commodore Adam’s-Aliu added.
The Gulf of Guinea maritime environment is quite renowned for its enormous commercial activities that drive the economies of over 25 countries in Central and West Africa. On the global stage, the region reportedly accounts for about 15% of global oil consumption, as well as approximately 5 – 6% of global oil production. Having proven oil reserves of approximately 50-60 billion barrels, the region is certainly vital in the global energy landscape more so that it accounts for about 30% of world maritime traffic.
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