Dangers Of Marine Debris Top Agenda At SCAN 2025 Summit
By Aisha Cole
The Shipping Correspondents Association of Nigeria (SCAN) would hold its 2025 summit on Thursday, June 26, 2025, to address the crisis of marine debris and its burgeoning threat to the maritime industry.
The President of the Association, Mr Moses Ebosele, made the disclosure in a statement in Lagos on Monday saying that the event will take place at Rockview Hotel, Apapa, Lagos.
Ebosele said that this year’s theme, “Marine Debris: The Danger Ahead,” highlights the urgent need to address the crisis of marine debris and its burgeoning threat to the maritime industry, marine ecosystems, and coastal communities.
He said that the summit would gathered industry leaders, environmental experts, policymakers, and stakeholders across the sector to explore the multifaceted challenges posed by marine debris.
Ebosele said that studies indicating that millions of tons of plastic waste enter our oceans annually, the implications for marine life, human health, and economic stability are dire.
"This summit aims to facilitate dialogue, share knowledge, and build collaborative strategies to combat marine pollution effectively.
"The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, H.E. Adegboyega Oyetola CON, is the special guest of honour, while the President, National Association of Master Mariners, Capt. Tajudeen Alao is the guest speaker.
"Other guests of honour expected to grace the event are; Managing Director, Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho, Director-General, Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola, Executive Secretary/CEO, Nigerian Shippers’ Council, Dr. Pius Akutah and the Managing Director, National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Mr. Bola Oyebamiji, among others.
President SCAN, explained that as an association dedicated to promoting sustainable practices within Nigeria’s maritime sector, SCAN was committed to raising awareness about the challenges posed by marine debris.
“The growing prevalence of marine debris is not just an environmental issue; it is a socioeconomic threat that can undermine the very foundations of our maritime industry and coastal communities.
"Through this summit, we seek to unite all stakeholders in addressing this challenge head-on,"Ebosele said.
He invited government representatives, industry stakeholders, and environmental advocates to participate in the summit, saying, together, they would devised comprehensive strategies to combat marine debris and ensure a safer, cleaner marine environment for future generations.
Ebosele said that SCAN fosters collaboration, advocates for sustainable shipping practices, and enhances the flow of information within the maritime sector to support informed reporting and industry development.
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