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Africa has long long described as sea blind. The African Union says most countries in West and Central Africa are sea blind and abandon their maritime domain. United Nations recommends Ocean Literacy as a way out. Joining us on Live Conversation this morning is Mr Akanbi Williams, Director, International Ocean Institute, Nigeria Center. He has since 2021 overseen the activities of the International Ocean Institute (IOI)within the entire West African sub region. He is a marine biologist with over 30 years’ experience with specialisation in marine capture fisheries, benthic ecology, taxonomy and biodiversity, and marine mammal observation. IOI currently runs an Ocean Academy amongst other advocacy programmes, engaging communities, empowering women and youths within the sub region to mention a few. Williams will address Ocean Literacy as the cure for sea blindness. You may use either of the links below to join the live broadcast.