Aiyedatiwa to launch Blue Economy Academy’s maiden ‘Code Blue’ monthly ocean intelligence brief

Maureen Aguta

The Blue Economy Academy (BEA) is set to inaugurate CODE BLUE, Nigeria’s Monthly Ocean Intelligence Brief, with its maiden edition taking place virtually on Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 10:00 AM WAT.

This landmark initiative aims to spark regular national dialogue and insights on the evolving marine and blue economy space in Nigeria.

In a major boost to the inaugural edition, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State, one of Nigeria’s leading littoral states, will serve as Special Guest of Honour and is scheduled to officially declare CODE BLUE open.

His presence reinforces the importance of subnational leadership in advancing Nigeria’s ocean and coastal prosperity.

Founder of the BEA, Ubong Essien, CSP, has described CODE BLUE as “not just another webinar but a strategic monthly intelligence compass for the nation’s ocean future.”

Essien, who was Special Adviser – Strategic Communications to the Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), added that, “We are creating a consistent platform that demystifies the myths and fears around the blue economy, eliminates sea blindness, and drives actionable engagement.”

Inaugural Theme:

Blueprint to Reality – Mainstreaming Nigeria’s 10-Year Marine & Blue Economy Policy

The session will unpack Nigeria’s newly launched national policy, with a lead presentation by the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, followed by an industry reflection panel, and a moderated discussion.