Harboursandport.com: Lagos, Nigeria - June 19, 2026: Starzs Investments Company Ltd, SIFAX Group of Companies, Elkins Marine Training International, the Executive Director, Operations and Technical, Tantita Security Nigeria Ltd, Warredi Enusuoh and other notable organisations and individuals have bagged the prestigious Maritime Youth Empowerment Award by Platform Reporters at the just concluded 10th Annual Maritime Students And Youth Conference held last week in Lagos.
The Maritime Youth Empowerment, MAYE is a special award honour giving once in 5 years by Platform Reporters to deserving recipients in recognition of organizations and individuals whose contributions have significantly advanced the growth, development and empowerment of young professionals within Nigeria's maritime sector.
The awards, which have become a notable platform for celebrating excellence and mentorship in the maritime industry, seek to recognize institutions and leaders whose efforts continue to inspire the next generation of maritime practitioners.
This year's awardee are divided into two major categories: Organizations and Individuals, reflecting the broad spectrum of contributions shaping the future of the industry.
For Category A which focuses on Organizations, leading the list of organizational awardees is SIFAX Group, a major player in Nigeria's maritime and logistics landscape known for its investments in human capital development and industry advancement.
Also honoured in this category is Widescope International Logistics Ltd, recognized for its role in freight forwarding, logistics innovation and support for emerging maritime professionals.
Respected maritime law firm, Akabogu and Associates earned a place on the list for its contributions to maritime legal advocacy, capacity building and industry development.
Among the government institutions whose regulatory, training and seafarers development initiatives continue to impact young Nigerians seeking careers in the maritime sector are Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA; and the Nigerian Shippers Council, NSC.
Training and capacity-building institutions also feature prominently, including Elkins Marine Training International, alongside Sea Transport Services Nig Ltd and L.T.T Coastal and Marine Services Ltd.
Professional bodies awarded include Association of Marine Engineers and Surveyors and the Nigerian Association of Master Mariners both recognized for promoting professional standards and mentorship within the industry.
Rounding off the organizational category are Nigerian Institute for Oceanography and Marine Research, NIOMR and Nigerian Shipowners Association, NISA, whose contributions to maritime research, policy advocacy and industry growth have earned them widespread recognition.
In category B which focuses on Individuals, the individual category showcases accomplished maritime professionals whose careers have inspired countless young people.
Leading the list of awardees for individual category is Greg Ogbeifun, a respected industry leader whose contributions to indigenous shipping development have made a lasting impact in the sector.
The list further includes Eunice Ngozi Ezeoke, Sunday Umoren, Osuala E. Nwagbara, Segun Enitan Akanbi and Fola Ojutalayo all recognized for their dedication to maritime excellence and mentorship.
Other distinguished awardees are Ify Anazonwu-Akarele, Warredi Enisuoh and Felicia Chinwe Mogo.
According to the organizers, the MAYE award is designed not only to celebrate achievements but also to encourage greater participation of young Nigerians in maritime careers through mentorship, capacity development and industry engagement.
As the awardees were called on stage to receive the awards, stakeholders believe the MAYE Awards once again highlighted the remarkable organizations and individuals whose efforts continue to strengthen Nigeria's maritime industry while empowering the next generation of professionals.
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