By Sandra Chukwunyere
The Omi Eko Project, a €410 million sustainable water transport initiative, has announced the appointment of Dr. Segun Alabi is the new Head of Communications and Media. This appointment is a significant milestone in the project’s journey towards transforming waterway transportation across the Lagos metropolis.
With a proven track record of developing and executing comprehensive communication strategies, Dr. Segun Alabi brings extensive experience across communications, media relations, and public affairs to his new role.
His expertise spans reputation management, government relations, corporate social responsibility, stakeholder engagement, public policy advocacy, and social media strategy. Prior to joining the Omi Eko Project, Dr. Alabi served as Assistant Director, Corporate Affairs and Communications at the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN).
The Special Adviser on Blue Economy to the Governor of Lagos State and Project Coordinator, Mr. Oluwadamilola Emmanuel has expressed confidence in Dr. Alabi’s capacity to lead the project’s communications function. “Dr. Alabi is a highly accomplished Corporate Affairs professional with diverse experience spanning Pay TV, financial services, real estate, business membership organisations, and the manufacturing sector,” Mr. Emmanuel said. He noted that Dr. Alabi’s expertise will be invaluable in promoting the Omi Eko Project’s vision and sustainability objectives.
Dr. Alabi is thrilled to join the Omi Eko Project team, describing the opportunity as “truly a dream come true.” He acknowledged the enormity of the task ahead but expressed confidence that it is achievable. As Head of Communications and Media, Dr. Alabi will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive communication strategies, managing media engagement, and promoting the Omi Eko Project’s vision and sustainability objectives.
The Omi Eko Project is a €410 million sustainable water transport initiative aimed at reducing road congestion in Lagos by unlocking the state’s underutilised waterways. Supported by the European Union and private sector partners, the project represents a major step toward efficient, environmentally responsible urban mobility. By transforming waterway transportation across the Lagos metropolis, the Omi Eko Project is poised to have a significant impact on the city’s transportation landscape.
Dr. Segun Alabi holds a PhD. in English from the University of Lagos, with a specialisation in language use and communication. He is widely regarded as a consummate communications professional with a strong ability to manage information strategically for organisational advantage.
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Public Affairs Unit,Lagos State Waterways Authority.
