Akutah Unveils Award of Honesty for Three MAN Oron Cadets Yearly, Beginning 2027
Director General of NPERA, Dr Pius Akutah
As part of efforts to promote integrity, ethical conduct and professionalism among future maritime practitioners, Director-General/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Port Economic Regulatory Agency (NPERA), Dr Pius Akutah, has announced plans to introduce an Award of Honesty for three cadets of the Maritime Academy of Nigeria (MAN), Oron, Akwa Ibom State annually- beginning in 2027.
He stated this in an address at the 2026 Cadets’ Graduation Ceremony of the Academy in Akwa Ibom State on Thursday.
Dr Akutah congratulated the graduating cadets on successfully completing their academic training.
He described graduation as the beginning of a new phase of professional development, presenting opportunities for career advancement, practical experience and meaningful contributions to Nigeria’s maritime industry.
The NPERA boss encouraged the graduates to approach their careers with dedication, discipline and a commitment to continuous learning as they transition from academic training into professional practice.
He further stressed that professional competence must be complemented by integrity and responsible conduct to build a credible maritime industry and sustain public confidence in the sector.
According to him, the proposed Award of Honesty is intended to promote a culture of integrity among young maritime professionals and reinforce the ethical values required for responsible leadership and professional excellence.
The engagement highlighted the importance of sustained collaboration among the Federal Government, maritime training institutions and industry stakeholders in developing a skilled workforce, strengthening professional standards and advancing Nigeria’s marine and blue economy.
A major highlight of the ceremony was the formal launch of the Academy’s Enterprise Content Management System (ECMS), an initiative designed to improve administrative efficiency, transparency and accountability in the institution’s operations.
