50 Years On, Dr Dayo Mobereola, NIMASA boss honoured for inspiring next generation

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LAGOS, NIGERIA (NPA) — March 22, 2026 — Dr Dayo Mobereola, Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration & Safety Agency (NIMASA), has been celebrated by his alma mater, St. Patrick’s Grammar School, Ibadan, with an Award of Recognition for his mentorship, leadership, and unwavering dedication to youth development.

The honour was conferred during the school’s 64th Founders’ Day, a landmark event where Mobereola joined fellow alumni, dignitaries, and stakeholders to mark the institution’s enduring legacy of excellence and service.

NIMASA, in a statement by Osagie Edward, Deputy Director/Head, Public Relations, on March 22, 2026, quoted the Director General expressing his deep gratitude for the honour while reflecting on his formative years: “Fifty years after walking through those gates, I remain deeply grateful for the friendships, guidance, and bonds that shaped me. I do not take this honour for granted,” he said.

Mobereola reaffirmed his lifelong commitment to mentoring young people, urging students to stay focused, disciplined, and driven by excellence. He emphasised the power of mentorship and positive role models in shaping future success, stressing that today’s youth must embrace resilience and vision to achieve greatness.