Minister of Marine and Blue Economic system, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, has prolonged his heat congratulations to the primary feminine Government Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Ms. Elizabeth Aina Egharevba, on the event of her seventieth birthday on twenty first April 2026.
In a congratulatory message signed by his Particular Adviser, Dr. Bolaji Akinola, on Tuesday, the Minister described Egharevba’s seventieth birthday as a milestone worthy of nationwide recognition, celebrating a lifetime of her trailblazing achievements and devoted service to Nigeria.
Oyetola counseled Egharevba’s for her excellent profession at NPA for almost three-decades saying that, her distinctive professionalism, competence, and management, earned her widespread respect throughout the maritime sector.
In accordance with the minister, her historic appointment in November 2007 as the primary lady to function Government Director, Marine and Operations, was a landmark achievement that not solely formed the establishment but in addition superior gender inclusion inside the trade.
The minister mentioned, “Your profession has not solely been distinguished by private excellence however has additionally paved the best way for higher participation of ladies in management inside the maritime trade”.
He additional recalled her earlier roles as Port Supervisor of the RORO Port and later as Port Supervisor of the Lagos Port Advanced, Apapa, describing the positions as clear demonstrations of her administrative experience and skill to deal with high-level tasks.
Oyetola added that, Egharevba’s legacy extends past her private accomplishments, serving as a supply of inspiration for future generations of ladies in maritime and public service. He counseled her for embodying the values of diligence, integrity, and braveness all through her profession.
He added, “As you have fun this important milestone, it’s my honest hope that you simply take satisfaction within the enduring legacy you will have constructed and the indelible influence you will have made on Nigeria’s maritime panorama.
“Egharevba’s contributions stay a defining chapter within the evolution of Nigeria’s maritime sector, along with her pioneering function persevering with to encourage progress towards inclusivity and excellence inside the trade”.
The Minister wished her continued good well being, success, and lots of extra years of happiness and repair to humanity.