Ms. Iroghama Ogbeifun ,a Board Member of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency
WISTA Nigeria celebrates landmark appointments of female maritime leaders in Ghana and Nigeria
Ms. Iroghama Ogbeifun ,a Board Member of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency
The Women’s International Shipping and Trading Association (WISTA), Nigeria, proudly celebrates the historic appointments of two distinguished women leaders in the maritime industry Madam Jemilat Mahamah, as Chairman of the Board of the Ghana Maritime Authority and Ms. Iroghama Ogbeifun , as a Board Member of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA).
Madam Mahamah’s appointment marks a pivotal moment for Ghana and the wider maritime community. A symbol of visionary leadership and dedicated service, her elevation brings pride to WISTA Ghana, WISTA Africa, and the global WISTA network.
Madam Jemilat Mahamah, Chairman of the Board of the Ghana Maritime Authority
“We are immensely proud of Madam Mahamah’s achievement,” said Dr. Odunayo Ani, President of WISTA Nigeria. Her leadership promises bold reforms and strategic progress for Ghana’s maritime sector, ” Dr. Odunayo Ani, President, WISTA Nigeria, said in a statement.
Equally, Ms. Iroghama Ogbeifun’s appointment by President Bola Tinubu, is a testament to her outstanding contributions to Nigeria’s maritime industry.
As CEO of Starzs Investments and a long-standing, supportive member of WISTA Nigeria, Ms. Ogbeifun’s inclusion on the NIMASA Board reflects the growing impact of female leadership in shaping maritime governance. “Her appointment is a powerful affirmation of women’s capacity to lead and transform the industry,” added Dr. Ani.
WISTA Nigeria regards both appointments as victories for inclusive leadership and gender representation across West Africa’s maritime landscape. These milestones reinforce the association’s commitment to advancing women’s leadership and fostering collaboration across the region.
