SIFAX Group and its aviation partner, Changi Airports International from Singapore have opened discussions on strategic collaboration with the Federal Government and Lagos State government to develop the country’s aviation sector. SIFAX Group, through one of its subsidiaries, SAHCO Plc, is already a major player in the aviation ground handling space. However, the consortium is looking to explore more business prospects in the sector such as aviation terminal management, airline management and development and other ancillary services. In various meetings recently with the Vice President, Kashim Shettima, Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu and the Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, the…
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Saint Augustine
Saint Augustine is a seasoned freelance journalist and the chief editor of Primetime Reporters.
On Sunday October 1, 2023, BUA Group announced the slashing of the price of 50kg cement from N5,000 to N3,500. The announcement was made to coincide with Nigeria’s 63rd Independence anniversary, after the inauguration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led administration on May 29, 2023. Industry watchers then doubted how realistic was BUA’s new price regime considering the unfriendly business environment. Some accused BUA Group and the owner of playing to the gallery, while trying to impress the new government. The group was said to have used the new price of its products to ambush the Tinubu administration with the aim…
The new Secretary General of the International Maritime Organization, IMO, Arsenio Dominguez Velasco, met with Nigeria’s Alternate Permanent Representative at the IMO, Prince Abdul Dirisu and his team, to discuss issues related to maritime safety and security with particular attention given to the current situation at the Red Sea. Velasco noted the leadership Nigeria is providing in terms of security in the Gulf of Guinea, with commendations for the Deep Blue Project. He urged Nigeria to share knowledge to assist in curbing the disturbing insecurity trend in the Red Sea. The IMO Secretary General acknowledged that Nigeria is a very…
The Management of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, last weekend concluded a three day Performance Management retreat where the Agency’s Executive Directors signed a performance bond with the DG/CEO, on behalf of departments under their Directorates. The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, His Excellency Adegboyega Oyetola CON, who declared the session open, reiterated the commitment of the current Administration to improve on service delivery in public service. The Honorable Minister who was represented by the Director Maritime Safety and Security of the Ministry, Mr. Babatunde Bombata, noted that the maritime sector is the gateway to the…
The Financial and Business Online Publisher, FiBOP is urging the Federal Government of Nigeria to intervene and request the German government not to proceed with the deportation of approximately 12,000 Nigerians. Expressing concern, FiBOP emphasizes that such deportations could worsen economic hardships and exacerbate existing security challenges in Nigeria. Highlighting the multifaceted challenges facing the nation, FiBOP argues that mass deportations would only intensify ongoing economic struggles and contribute to prevailing insecurity issues. In a statement released today, FiBOP calls for diplomatic efforts to address the root causes of migration and collaborate on comprehensive solutions that prioritize the interests of…
Mr. Bolaji Sunmola, the President of the National Association of Stevedoring Companies was a fortnight ago elected the new Chairman of the Nigerian Ports Consultative Council, NPCC. In this interview with our correspondent, he paid glowing tribute to the immediate past Chairman of the Council, Late Otunba Kunle Folarin. He equally spoke of his encounter with a former Rector of the Maritime Academy of Nigeria, MAN Oron, his emergence as the new Chairman of NPCC, his agenda for the Nigerian Maritime industry and many more. Excerpts: Just about last week, you were elected the new Chairman of the Nigerian Ports…
The International Association of World Peace Advocates, IAWPA has bestowed the prestigious award of Peace Ambassador and Global Diplomat upon Dr. Augustine Nwaulune. The “International Eminent Peace Ambassador” award is in recognition of his significant contributions to humanity and the growth of Nigerian society. This accolade goes beyond mere acknowledgment; it also marks Dr. Augustine Nwaulune’s appointment to join the esteemed rank of Peace Champions across the globe. The core mandate of the International Association of World Peace Advocates, IAWPA, responsible for this recognition, is to ensure global peace, sustainable development, and the promotion of United Nations ideals and volunteers…
By Mmaduabuchi Onwumelu The National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA Barrister Sly Ezeokenwa last Friday paid homage to the traditional ruler of Amansea, HRM, Igwe Peter Chukwuma Anigbogu at his palace in Amansea, Awka North Local Government Area of Anambra State. Ezeokenwa, accompanied by his Chief of Staff and Deputy Chief of Staff to Governor Soludo, Sir Ugochukwu Obiefuna, Amansea cabinet Chief and the National convener of APGA Apostle, Chief Nchekwube Anthony (Dunga), APGA Assistant National Publicity Secretary (South East Zone); Sir Ojukwu Obakasi and members of his entourage, took the opportunity to underscore the remarkable strides…
The newly elected Chairman of the Nigerian Ports Consultative Council, NPCC, Mr. Bolaji Sunmola has relieved his last moment with the late maritime icon, Engr. Olu Akinsoji with respect to the Nigerian Maritime industry. Speaking in an interview with Primetime Reporters in Lagos recently, Mr. Sunmola recalled how late Akinsoji spoke passionately about the Cabotage regime in even as he regretted that the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA had derailed from the Cabotage regime as originally conceived. He noted that the Cabotage as being implemented today was not what the initiators planned. According to Sunmola , “Look at…
The management of the Leak FreePort Terminal has said that it has taken some measures towards ensuring easy flow of traffic within the port area in order to cut cost and facilitate trade for its customers. Speaking during the question and answer session at the 2024 Roadshow organized by the Lekki Port and Lekki FreePort Terminal in conjunction with the Customs Area Controller of the Lekki free Trade Zone Command, Comptroller Mohammed Babandede in Lagos on Thursday, the Chief Commercial Officer, Lekki FreePort Terminal, Mr. Kehinde Olubi-Neye said that their customers have nothing to be afraid of as the shareholding…