Greg Ogbeifun to Chair 10th AMSAY Conference

The organisers of the Annual Maritime Students and Youth (AMSAY) Conference have announced that renowned ship owner and Chairman of Starzs Investment Company Ltd, Engr Greg Ogbeifun, will chair the 10th anniversary of the event scheduled to hold in Lagos on 27 May 2026.

This landmark edition of the youth-focused maritime conference marks a decade of sustained youth engagement, innovation, and impact in Nigeria’s maritime sector. It is expected to attract wide range of participants including industry leaders, policymakers, stakeholders, and young professionals from across the maritime ecosystem.

Engr. Ogbeifun’s confirmation as Chairman adds significant weight to the anniversary event.

He previously served as the Pioneer Chairman during the maiden edition of the conference in 2016, and his return a decade later has been described by the organisers as both symbolic and strategic.

According to the Convener and CEO of Platforms Communications, Sylvanus Obasi, the decision reflects a deliberate effort to connect the conference origin with its current status.

“Several key initiatives now associated with the conference were not part of its original design. Among these are the Best Graduating Maritime Students Awards (BEGMASA); the Fola Ojutalayo Annual Maritime Speech-Making Competition (FOAMSC), Maritime Career Mentoring Program (M-CAMP). These programmes, have become integral components and offshoot of the AMSAY Conference brand,” he stated.

Obasi noted that the initiative has delivered measurable impact in youth development and professional capacity building.

He described the growth of the programmes as evidence of the conference’s commitment to continuous improvement.

To him, “Bringing Engr. Ogbeifun back after ten years is a strategic move. It gives us the opportunity to reflect on our journey and showcase our achievements.

“The anniversary edition will also provide a platform to tap into Engr Greg’s wealth of experience and industry insight.

Similarly, the Chairman, Central Planning Committee of AMSAY Conference, Mr Nnamdi Eronini hinted that the 10th anniversary is expected to feature robust discussions, mentorship engagements, and knowledge-sharing sessions.

Eronini reaffirmed the organisers commitment to advancing the maritime sector through sustained youth engagement and innovation, stressing that the initiative focus on shaping the future of Nigeria’s maritime industry.