By Gabriel Ewepu

ABUJA – A Texas University, High Stone Global University, United States of America, has conferred a prestigious Honorary Doctorate Degree of Transformational Leadership on Nigeria’s veteran mariner, Captain Eddy Ndoms.

The University authority made it known that the conferment on the 63 year old mariner expert was in recognition of his outstanding contribution in the development of the Marine Industry in Nigeria and globally, his visionary leadership and the enduring legacy of his highly remarkable achievements in charity works.

The Captain who hails from Kabiasu, Boki Local Government Area of Cross River State, Nigeria, had the conferment done by the President of the University during the graduation ceremony of the 2024 African Change Makers Accelerator Lecture Series and Conferment of Doctorate degree held at the Army Resource Center, Asokoro, Abuja.

His dedication to humanitarian services, hospitality, and personal reflection speaks to his character, and his contribution to society extends beyond business into community service and philanthropy. His leadership, dedication, and contributions to National and international maritime operations are a testament to his enduring legacy.

As a marine consultant, ship owner, and operator of sea-going Vessels, capt. Ndoms has demonstrated exemplary leadership, profound expertise, and unwavering commitment to advancing maritime operations not only in Nigeria but globally.

Capt. Ndoms’ Illustrious career spans decades of leadership in both national and international maritime sectors. His tenure as Chief Mate and later Ship Captain with Tidewater Marine Inc. and Tidex Marine Ltd. Saw him managing marine logistics operations worldwide. In 1998, he became the Assistant Marine Coordinator for Amni/Abacan Joint Ventures Petroleum Development Company Ltd., followed by roles as marine coordinator and Marine Coordinator and Marine Superintendent at Adamac Group, where he was responsible for a fleet of 33 vessels. His expertise culminated in his role as Marine Manager for West African Oilfield Services.

Capt. Ndoms’ expertise in offshore oilfield operations has eared him deep respect in the industry, with successful engagements with Exxonmobil, Addax Petroleum, Total Elf, Agip/Eni, and others in Nigeria, Ghana, and the US Gulf. His visionary leadership has not only strengthened the maritime sector but also has facilitated economic growth, job creation, and the development of young maritime professionals.