IMLI is AMAZING. One thing that I really admire that I think all universities should borrow is how IMLI creates a personal relationship with the students. Every student has a personal tutor who has an open door policies. The environment created in IMLI motivates every students and gives them hope that one day they are going to be worldly renowned in this maritime field. I personally believe that very soon my picture is going to be adorning the classroom and giving other students to come inspiration and the drive to work hard and challenge themselves to be a better version of the image they see in the mirror. To me the Nippon Foundation is God sent. I still cannot believe that I was chosen to be part of this great network. I am truly humbled. Because of the Nippon Foundation, my country can now boast of having another skillful maritime lawyer. The Nippon Foundation has made my society proud and now girls who are not fortunate to have a decent upbringing can see a silver lining. The Nippon Foundation has made a living testimony that hard work, tenacity, and focusness can take you from zero to a hero. Thank you the Nippon Foundation, Thank you Dr. Yohei Sasakawa.

I recall with fondness that, when I got the acceptance letter from the Institute, I was very happy to have been selected as a fellow to pursue studies at IMLI. That joy however cannot compare with the immense pleasure and satisfaction I felt during my eight months at IMLI. During the programme, students had opportunities to get lectures from inhouse lecturers and professionals from academia, maritime industry, governments and international organizations. The variety of subjects made me understand better the operation of the maritime regulatory regime and the roles of the various actors in the field. The lectures and traditions of the Institute make the study very unique and serve their purpose – to train specialists in maritime law. Acquiring friends who represented their countries from over the world is another challenge for the study at IMLI. I truly appreciated the beauty of the cross – cultural work environment which is another benefit from studying at IMLI. I cannot appreciate enough the generous support given by IMLI and The Nippon Foundation for my studies at the institute. The support came with opportunities to enhance knowledge, expertise, and be a better person. Without the Nippon Foundation scholarship, I would not be able to give my good services to my government and the maritime community as I am doing today. I shall remain forever grateful.