Emerging Technologies, Education and Skill Development for A Sustainable Blue Economy in Nigeria.

The paper examined the role of emerging technologies for sustainable blue economy and assessed the level of knowledge and skill development among stakeholders in Nigeria. Emerging technologies in the blue economy were highlighted as remote sensing & satellite monitoring, offshore renewable energy, marine biotechnology, artificial intelligence & big data and marine robotics. Educational needs include interdisciplinary marine studies, vocational training, online and modular courses, and collaborative programs and partnerships among universities, research institutes, and other organizations. Skills needed include marine robotics, data analytics, AI for ocean modelling, marine ecology, climate resilience, biodiversity conservation, and international maritime law. This paper utilised a field survey and literature on policy analysis. It revealed that the incorporation of advanced technologies is limited, and vocational training and education are inadequate. The implementation of inclusive programs emphasises the importance of collaboration amongst stakeholders, including communities, government, industry, and academic institutions. It concluded with recommendations for enhancing technology and models to promote a robust, inclusive, and sustainable blue economy in Nigeria.

Blue Economy, Technologies, Education, Skills, Sustainability

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