Author: Saint Augustine

… Pledges support for Shippers’ Council The Chairman, Nigerian Ports Consultative Council, Otunba Kunle Folarin has called for the institution of the National Single Window at the nation’s seaports. Otunba Folarin made the call when he led the Nigerian Ports Consultative Council (NPCC) on a courtesy visit to the Nigerian Shippers’ Council in Lagos. According to him, National Single Window would give Nigeria a competitive edge over other maritime nations, noting that all stakeholders are working assiduously to make the country a regional maritime hub. NPCC chieftain also reiterated the need for intermodal transport in Nigerian maritime domain. He noted…

Freight forwarders operating at the nation’s seaports have written to all the shipping companies operating in Nigeria informing them of their intentions to withdraw their service if their demands were not met in two weeks. In a statement issued on Thursday in Lagos by Alhaji Ibrahim Tanko, National Coordinator, NAGAFF’s 100% Compliance Team noted that the intended action was sequel to multiple complaints of extortion bothering on depletion of container deposit refund, detention invoice, undue debiting of their clients, bringing freight forwarders into dispute with their transporters and clients as well as unnecessary extortion of importers up to N150,000 before…

As part of efforts to encourage water transportation and improve safety on the Lagos inland waterways, the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA), on Wednesday, commenced the year 2021 life jacket distribution exercise at the Epe division with over 500 life jackets donated to riverine schools, boat operators and market women from the coastal communities. The distribution exercise at the Epe marina waterfront had Royal fathers, political leaders, riverine area school pupils, and other significant stakeholders in the water transport sector within the Epe community. Speaking at the event, the General Manager, Lagos State Waterways Authority, Mr. Oluwadamilola Emmanuel said through…

… We’ve put measures in place to sustain momentum – Jamoh The trend of reduction in piracy and armed robbery in Nigerian waters has continued, with the International Maritime Bureau (IMB) reporting in its third quarter 2021 account a 77 per cent decrease in the first nine months of the year, compared to the same period last year. Nigeria reported four incidents in the first nine months of 2021, in comparison to 17 in 2020 and 41 in 2018. This represents 77 per cent decrease in incidents between 2021 and 2020, and 95 per cent reduction from 2018. IMB also…

The Oyo State Government on Wednesday released the promotion of over 16,500 public primary school teachers across the 33 Local Government Areas (LGAs) of the state. The Executive Chairman of the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Dr. Nureni Adeniran, disclosed this during a symbolic presentation of the letters in Ibadan, the state capital. Dr. Adeniran therefore charged the teachers to redouble their efforts, saying the State Government is committed and passionate about their welfare. Adeniran, who told newsmen at the event that the teachers had spent some years without promotion before the present administration’s assumption of office in 2019, said…

Ahead of the December International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Council Election, Director General of Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Bashir Jamoh, has called on the international maritime community to support Nigeria’s bid for reinstatement into Category C. Speaking at the third Seminar of the Atlantic Center in Lisbon Portugal on Tuesday, Jamoh sought support of Nigeria’s friends to vote for the country into the council of IMO in the election that comes up in few weeks time. He said: “We ask for your vote and count on your continued confidence in the efforts of Nigeria to work in…

Alhaji Shuaibu Idris has been appointed as Chairman for the Institute of Directors Centre for Corporate Governance (IoDCCG). His appointment was ratified at the 35th meeting of the Board of Governors of the Centre held on Wednesday, October 9, 2021. Alhaji Idris, who was elected for a two-year tenure in line with the Centre’s rules and regulations, succeeds Dr. Ebun Sonaiya, who retired recently. Similarly, the Board of Governors also ratified the appointment of the following Directors on the Board of IoDCCG: Mrs. Bimbola Wright (representing IoD Nigeria); Mr. Isyaku Bala Tilde (representing SEC Nigeria) and Ide John C. Udeagbala…

Comptroller Dera Nnadi, on Monday, took over the mantle of leadership of Ogun I command of Nigeria Customs Service from Comptroller Peter Kolo in a brief ceremony held at the Conference Room of the command. Compt. Dera Nnadi prior to his appointment had served in the command as Deputy Comptroller in charge of Administration and was recently promoted to the rank of Comptroller of Customs. In his handing over speech, Compt. Peter Kolo thanked the Comptroller General of Customs and the entire Management for giving him the opportunity and level playing ground to serve as the Area Controller of Ogun…

The leaders of Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State have lauded Governor Willie Obiano for demonstrating solidarity with their people following the fire which engulfed Nkwo Ogbe Market, the largest market in the 10 towns which make up the LGA. “We are impressed that Chief Obiano visited the market to not only comfort the people and see the extent of damage within just 24 hours the tragedy occurred but also pledged a fire truck for the people which will be provided immediately”, said the Deputy Speaker of the Anambra State House of Assembly, Dr Pascal Agbodike; the member representing…

The Youths of Oko Kingdom in Orumba North Local Government Area, have reiterated their unalloyed support for their son, Dr. Chidozie Nwankwo and his new party, the African Action Congress (AAC). The youths made this declaration on Tuesday as they played host to Dr. Chidozie Nwankwo who is also the CEO of Wichtech Group. In his speech on behalf of Oko Youths, Mr. Frank Chukwudum Ezeilo (Ideyi), said apart from the fact that Dr. Chidozie Nwankwo is their illustrious son, they are supporting him massively because the APGA government in Anambra State has totally neglected Oko. According to him potholes…