Ayoola Fadola, a seasoned maritime legal and operations expert, contributed his expertise as one of the facilitators during a recent high-level training program for Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) senior staff.
The five-day training, held at the Reiz Continental Hotel in Abuja from December 13th to 17th, 2021, provided in-depth sessions on maritime regulation, port operations, cargo handling, shipping law, and the recent implementation of the Nigerian Port Process Manual—critical areas for the sector’s development.
Drawing from practical operational experience, advising on maritime law, cargo operations, and shipping compliance, Fadola delivered a series of lectures covering topics such as Carriage of Goods by Sea, Marine Insurance Law, Maritime Safety and Security, International Conventions, and emerging issues like autonomous shipping and environmental protection. His sessions were designed to bridge the gap between legal frameworks and the practical realities of the petroleum shipping sector.
Fadola’s presentations explored risk management in shipping contracts, the role of marine insurance in mitigating liabilities, the importance of ship registration for national security, and Nigeria’s obligations under global conventions such as STCW 2010 and ILO MLC 2010. He also shared insights on best practices for standard marine contracts, using case studies relevant to Nigeria’s oil and gas industry.
His expertise was particularly valuable in helping participants understand how global standards shape operational safety, crew welfare, and environmental compliance in maritime operations. Fadola emphasized the need for Nigeria’s maritime professionals to build technical competence, stating, “Strengthening capacity in the maritime sector is essential for Nigeria’s long-term economic and security objectives.”
Participants described the training as “timely” and “insightful,” noting its relevance to their maritime logistics and operations roles. Fadola’s contribution emphasizes his recognition as an authority in maritime law and operations, with a proven track record of thought leadership and practical guidance in the field.