NIMASA under fire

on January 12, 2018

Politicians not happy with marsec contract.

Reps fault award of $195 m maritime contract to Israeli firm

By Eugene Agha
The House of Representatives has criticized management of the Nigeria Maritime and Safety Agency (NIMASA) for awarding the contract of patrolling the nation’s maritime domain to an Israeli firm, insisting that the project is a breach of the country’s internal security.

The house noted that the contract was not just a security breach but also defies the local content law, which promulgates patronising made in Nigeria goods and services.

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Source: dailytrust.com.ng

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