Waterways: Lagos, operators deepen Ferry Safety training

By Olasunkanmi Akoni
The Lagos State Government, through the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA), in partnership with global ferry association Interferry, has completed the second module of its Ferry Safety Development Programme (FSDP), aimed at strengthening ferry safety and operational standards.
No fewer than 50 participants received practical seamanship training at Sea School, Apapa, during the session.
The June module focused on ropes and knots, mooring and anchoring, as well as deck maintenance. It combined self-paced learning, virtual mentoring and hands-on field exercises to enhance participants’ technical knowledge and onboard safety skills.
As part of the programme, ...