Joyce Mmereole Okoli
Lead Editor, Insurance Publication Limited, Ifeanyi Uguandu (left) and President of MARAN, Godfrey Bivbere
In a bid to enhance awareness of insurance policies within the nation’s maritime sector, the Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN) has forged a strategic collaboration with a leading Insurance Publication outfit.
Recognizing the inherent risks associated with the import-dependent and ocean-driven maritime industry, the collaboration aims to highlight the significance of insurance protection from the point of embarkation to the destination of cargoes.
The Lead Editor of Insurance Publication Limited, Mr. Ifeanyi Uguandu, expressed confidence in MARAN’s track record of robust reportage, considering it a powerful medium capable of creating widespread awareness about insurance.
This collaborative effort seeks to deepen understanding not only within the maritime sector but also across various segments of the nation’s economy.
Emphasizing the potential for immense growth and job opportunities for young Nigerians, Mr. Uguandu stressed the importance of sensitizing businesses on actions that contribute to sustaining the economy, particularly in the Marine and Blue Economy Ministry.
He urged agencies and organizations to identify accident victims, probe the details of incidents, and ascertain whether insurance coverage exists, locally or internationally.
Mr. Uguandu emphasized that such information would play a crucial role in establishing responsibility for insurance claims and ensuring timely compensation for losses.
The collaboration between MARAN and Insurance Publication Limited is anticipated to bring a new dimension to the analysis of insurance-related issues within the maritime industry, providing detailed insights that were previously lacking.
This initiative is poised to contribute significantly to the growth and development of the sector, ultimately benefiting the wider economy.
