Former Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dakuku Peterside, will launch his latest book – Strategic Turnaround – on March 25.

The launch, originally scheduled for January 28 but postponed due to COVID-19 measures, will coincide with Dr Dakuku’s 50th birthday celebrations.

To be held at the Congress Hall of the Transcorp Hilton Hotel in Abuja, the launch event will feature a Pubic Lecture organized by the Development and Leadership Institute (DLI) Business Day and Leadership newspapers.

The lecture is titled “Security and Economic Growth: Leadership in Challenging Times” and would be delivered by Professor Umaru Zulum, Governor of Borno State.

“The Joint Organizing Committee has been closely monitoring the outlook of the Nation’s Covid-19 trajectory, and how it would likely impact the event,” a statement said.

“It has therefore become evident that this event would not hold as earlier scheduled and the inconveniences are highly regretted.

“Given the number of confirmations of participation received and the sheer interest generated in this book, this postponement has been a truly difficult decision to make.

“Nonetheless, we recognize that it is the most responsible option at such a time. We sincerely apologize to all those who have already made travel plans.

“We wish to thank everyone who has supported us right from the start especially those who have already pre-ordered copies. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you at the event on Thursday March 25.”

‘Strategic Turnaround: The Story of a Government Agency’ chronicles the transformation of the NIMASA under the watch of Dr. Peterside who was its Director-General from 2016 to 2020.