Foreign Affairs Minister Commends Nigerian Expert Dr. Felicia Mogo on Re-election to United Nations Ocean Governance Body

Nigeria's Foreign Minister congratulates Dr. Felicia Mogo on her re-election to the UN Group of Experts for Global Reporting and Assessment of the Marine Environment.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 7, 2026, 3:44 AM EST

Source: The information in this article was sourced from LEADERSHIP News

Strengthening Nigeria’s Voice in Global Ocean Governance

Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Chairman of the ECOWAS Council of Ministers, has formally extended his congratulations to Dr. Felicia Mogo following her re-election to a prestigious United Nations maritime body. Dr. Mogo, a seasoned ocean governance expert and former Director of Marine Environment at the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), was re-elected by African States to serve on the Group of Experts for the UN Regular Process. This body is responsible for the critical global reporting and assessment of the state of the world’s oceans, including their complex socio-economic impacts. The re-election signals a continued trust in Nigerian expertise within the international scientific and policy community.

Strategic Briefing at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The announcement followed a courtesy visit by Dr. Mogo to the Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Abuja. During the meeting, she briefed Minister Tuggar on the implications of her continued role, expressing deep appreciation for the Federal Government's diplomatic support which facilitated the successful vote. Dr. Mogo emphasized that Nigeria’s presence within the UN’s ocean assessment framework provides a unique platform to advance national interests. By participating in these global assessments, Nigeria can ensure that its specific regional challenges and opportunities—ranging from coastal erosion to deep-sea resource management—are accurately reflected in international policy documents.

Collaboration with International Maritime Bodies

In his remarks, Ambassador Tuggar characterized Dr. Mogo’s achievement as a testament to Nigeria’s growing stature in the maritime sector. He urged her to maintain a close working relationship with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Nigeria’s Permanent Mission to the UN in New York, and the International Seabed Authority located in Jamaica. This coordinated approach is intended to synchronize Nigeria’s domestic maritime goals with global trends in blue economy development. The Minister has already directed the relevant departments within his ministry to ensure that Dr. Mogo has the necessary institutional backing to amplify Nigeria’s engagement during her new term.