Harboursandport.com: Lagos - June 30,2025: The Women’s International Shipping and Trading Association (WISTA) Nigeria has proudly celebrated the recent appointments of two distinguished female leaders within the African maritime landscape, recognizing their achievements as significant milestones for gender representation and visionary leadership across the continent.
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| Dr. Odunayo Ani, President of WISTA Nigeria, |
Madam Jemilat Mahamah has been appointed Chairperson of the Board of the Ghana Maritime Authority, a position that underscores her exemplary contributions to maritime governance. In parallel, Ms. Iroghama Ogbeifun, Chief Executive Officer of Starzs Investments and an esteemed long-standing member of WISTA Nigeria, has been appointed to the Board of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
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| Madam Jemilat Mahamah, Chairperson of the Board of the Ghana Maritime Authority |
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| Ms. Iroghama Ogbeifun, Chief Executive Officer of Starzs Investments, esteemed long-standing member of WISTA Nigeria, Board member of NIMASA |
Dr. Odunayo Ani, President of WISTA Nigeria, remarked that these appointments bring immense pride not only to WISTA Nigeria but also to WISTA Ghana, WISTA Africa, and the global WISTA network. She emphasized that both appointments exemplify the far-reaching impact of female leadership in the maritime domain.
“Madam Mahamah’s elevation represents a pivotal advancement for Ghana’s maritime sector,” Dr. Ani stated. “Her visionary leadership and dedicated service promise strategic reforms and forward-thinking progress.”
Commenting on Ms. Ogbeifun’s appointment, Dr. Ani added, “This recognition affirms her outstanding contributions to Nigeria’s maritime development. Her presence on the NIMASA Board reflects the evolving role of women in shaping maritime governance and industry transformation.”
Dr. Ani concluded by reaffirming WISTA Nigeria’s commitment to inclusive leadership and collaborative progress. She noted that the appointments of Madam Mahamah and Ms. Ogbeifun signify broader victories for gender equity and serve as powerful inspiration for women throughout West Africa’s maritime community.
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