Author: Saint Augustine

…Mobereola pledges partnership to combat drug trafficking The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA in the fight against drug abuse and trafficking within Nigeria’s maritime domain. This was emphasized during a courtesy visit by the NDLEA Chairman, Brig. Gen. Mohammed Buba Marwa (rtd), to the NIMASA Towers in Lagos. Speaking during the visit, the Director General of NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, commended the NDLEA for its remarkable achievements in combating drug-related crimes across Nigeria. He pledged that NIMASA would collaborate with the NDLEA to secure Nigeria’s…

…Highlights strategic impact by NIMASA, TANTITA on security, MARAN’s advocacy A group, Sea Empowerment Research Centre has said that Nigeria Maritime industry in 2024 boasts necessary fundamentals enough to engineer growth and development if properly harnessed. It however noted that the industry is hampered by several challenges including the issue of safety and security, piracy, sea robbery and illegal bunkering, while highlighting the role played by NIMASA and Tantita Security in tackling these monsters. In the area of shipping which is quite strategic, the research showed that the shipping sector is still navigating some challenges, but acknowledged that there are…

By Dare Adekanmbi Ecclesiastical evidence abounds to affirm that God does not look at people or issues through the same prism from which human beings perceive matters. As mortals, we give primacy to mundane parameters as appearance or outward adornments, height or whether the person is oozing opulence or simply look at nobility of a person’s birth before ascribing value or judgment to such a person. The story of David’s ascension to the throne of Israel summarises how God make His choices. Prophet Samuel beheld the firstborn of Jesse named Eliab and, looking at his outward qualities, concluded “here comes…

…Urges FG to maintain stable exchange rate policy for imports …Reiterates support for new CRFFN Registrar, Igwe The Africa Association of Professional Freight Forwarders and Logistics of Nigeria, APFFLON has expressed optimism that cargo handling operations at airport, seaport and land border will witness improvements in 2025. The APFFLON National President, Otunba Frank Ogunojemite, expressed this optimism in his new year message. Welcoming Nigerians, particularly freight forwarders to the year 2025, Ogunojemite called on the Federal Government to maintain a steady exchange rate policy, noting that unstable exchange rates in 2024 caused imports to drop sharply while Customs duties rose…

The new Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence, Ambassador Gabriel Tanimu Aduda has pledged to improve on the performance of the outgoing Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr. Ibrahim Abubakar Kana mni. Aduda stated this during the handover ceremony by the outgoing Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence, Dr. Ibrahim Kana mni to him at the Ship House, Abuja. According to him, the Ministry of Defence is like a homecoming to him because he is a product of a Military background, has good knowledge of Military veterans adding that destiny has brought them back. “In addition, with the very good testimonies about…

…Says Council’s roadmap centres around singular yet impactful agenda …Prioritizes prompt payment of salaries, capacity building, regulatory efficiency The Registrar and Chief Executive Officer, CEO of the Council for the Regulation of Freight Forwarding in Nigeria, CRFFN, Mr. Kingsley Igwe has called on the staff of the Council, freight forwarders and indeed, all industry stakeholders to close ranks and embrace his vision with dedication and enthusiasm in order for them to collectively build a more efficient, professional and prosperous freight logistics industry in Nigeria. Igwe who made this call in his new year message earlier today, revealed that his vision…

With the move away from combustion engines towards electric vehicles, EVs, sales of EVs across the world have increased, and with that, so has the expansion of its corresponding infrastructure. Nigeria is witnessing a growing interest in EVs, spurred by the government’s push for clean energy and private-sector initiatives. Although EV adoption remains in its early stages, efforts to establish a sustainable EV ecosystem are gaining traction, with projections indicating significant market growth over the next decade. In terms of infrastructure growth, the number of available charging stations in Nigeria has gradually increased. As of recent years, only a handful…

The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo has expressed earnest congratulations and greetings to all residents and people of Anambra State on the celebration of the dawn of the New Year 2025. In his New Year message to Ndi Anambra, Governor Soludo stated that the dawn of 2025 brings refreshed hope and unprecedented opportunities for accelerated transformation in Anambra, especially with the signing into law of the 2025 appropriation bill of N606.99 billion marking a significant milestone in the administration’s journey towards building a livable and prosperous smart mega city. The comprehensive 2025 Anambra state budget reflects Governor…

By Eugene Nweke Preamble: In 2024, the Nigeria maritime industry has not changed its common description as a complex and multifaceted sector that plays a crucial role in the country’s economy. Notably, the maritime sector is regulated by a wide range of laws and international conventions, including the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the Admiralty Jurisdiction Act, and the Merchant Shipping Act which have helped shape the industry yearly. For a particular mention, the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA has been working to improve the country’s maritime safety and security as well as efficient port operations.…

In a bid to address the multifaceted challenges plaguing education in Nigeria, an academician, Mr. Ubong Inwang has called for improved transparency and accountability, stressing that corruption within the nation’s educational sector will continue to foster poverty, inequality and mediocrity if left unchecked. Inwang made this assertion during a chat with newsmen recently as he warned that corruption in education creates a cycle of mediocrity and inequality. His words: “When resources are siphoned away, schools and universities cannot provide quality education. Students from disadvantaged backgrounds suffer the most, as they rely on public institutions for affordable education to transform their…