By Olubunmi ISOKPEHI, Lagos
The Maritime Security Providers Association of Nigeria (MASPAN), has announced the death of it’s president, Mr. Ubong Thompson King, on December 26, 2020.
This information was contained in a statement issued by Mr.Emnanuel Maiguwa, the general secretary of the association and made available to GLOBAL RAYS Media.
” It is with utter despair that we , the board of trustees, executives Committee and entirety of MASPAN announce the death of King.”
The statement reads in part: “Until his death and as the president of the association he had contributed immensely to the safety and security of the Nigeria Maritime environment.”
It continues, ” Under his leadership, the association critically reviewed the ‘Best Management Practice (BMP) West Africa’ and met with the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency ( NIMASA) with a proposal for recommended action in the best interest of West Africa’s Gulf of Guinea.”
Adding, ” He served selflessly and did steer the ship of the association with his inimitable wit and renowned leadership ability, he will be sorely missed.”
