Author: Saint Augustine

The newly appointed Chairman, Trade Facilitation Committee of the National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders, NAGAFF, Dr. Fred Ajuzie has urged the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Mr. Gboyega Oyetola to justify the confidence reposed on him by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu by taking some drastic measures to reposition the maritime sector. Ajuzie who made this call in a chat with our correspondent in Lagos at the weekend maintained that President Tinubu has shown capacity and his interest in the maritime sector by creating the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy to take care of the industry, insisting…

The Management of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council, led by the Executive Secretary, Barrister Akuta Pius Ukeyima paid a working visit to the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA. The Director General of NIMASA, Dr. Bashir Jamoh OFR, in his welcome address, noted the role enabling acts play in the performance and effectiveness of agencies of Government. While disclosing that much progress has been made by the National Assembly to enact a reviewed NIMASA Act, Dr. Jamoh expressed optimism that it will greatly enhance the performance of the Agency. “Your visit is a welcome development and the cooperation you seek…

The National Deputy President, Air Logistics of the National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders, NAGAFF, Dr. Segun Musa has said that stakeholders are no longer comfortable with the unnecessary publicity over seizures and monthly revenue collection. Musa who made this assertion while reacting to a report on 139 trailer loads of rice and other contraband confiscated by the Federal Operations Unit Zone A of the Nigeria Customs Service, NCS in Lagos recently, stated that the act was shameful and subjected Nigeria to global ridicule. According to him, “Such a ridiculous public announcement is the same as freight forwarders saying…

…Challenges agency to public debate The Deputy National President, Air Logistics of the National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders, NAGAFF, Dr. Segun Musa has called for the total overhaul of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, if the federal government is interested in moving the Nigerian economy forward. Musa who made this call while reacting to the recent appeal by the Director General of NIMASA, Dr. Bashir Jamoh to the management of University of Lagos on a courtesy visit to the agency recently, to adjust its curriculum for the development of Blue Economy potential of the nation,…

In pursuit of its commitment to continuous improvement, the Nigeria Customs Serrvice, NCS, on Tuesday unveiled its revamped e-auction platform.  This strategic move, according to a statement signed by Abdullahi Maiwada, National Public Relations Officer, NCS, aligned with the guidelines outlined in the newly enacted Nigeria Customs Service Act, 2023, showcasing the agency’s dedication to efficiency and fairness. The statement informed that the new platform, accessible at https://auction.nigeriatradehub.gov.ng, was an upgraded version of the previous portal designed to provide Nigerians with an equal opportunity to participate. It added that since its relaunch, the platform had recorded impressive results, including: 1137 number…

The Apapa command of the Nigeria Customs Service, NCS has kept the tempo of Improved revenue collection by crossing the N1 Trillion mark in the face of declined trade volume, promoting trade facilitation and sustained its anti-smuggling activities to protect the nation’s economy. In 2023, the command lived up to its mandate by ensuring enabling trading environment for importers, exporters, shipping companies, terminal operators, bonded warehouse owners and others whose business go through customs control. The command recorded remarkable feat in the areas of revenue collection and trade facilitation in the outgone year by collecting a total of one trillion,…

Management of Dangote Petroleum Refinery has commenced registration of distributors for the lifting and distribution of refined petroleum products across the country. So far, members of three prominent associations that constitute 75 per cent of the total market in Nigeria have been registered. The associations are Depot and Petroleum Products Marketers Association of Nigeria, DAPPMAN, Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria, IPMAN, and Major Oil Marketers Association of Nigeria, MOMAN. The company is also considering other marketers that have signified interest in the lifting and distribution of its petroleum products in the country. Executive Secretary, Depot and Petroleum Products Marketers…

By Mmaduabuchi Onwumelu Patrick-Estate Onyedum, Chairman of Anambra State Sports Development Commission, has charged coaches and sports associations in the state to embark on aggressive talent discovery and development. Onyedum gave the charge at the meeting between the management of the Commission with Coaches and Secretaries of sports associations last Friday in Awka. He urged coaches to go to the grassroots and identify raw talents and nurture them for state and national sports meets. The Chairman warned coaches against fielding over age athletes for any age bound competition or face serious sanction. Onyedum who reviewed the activities in 2023 sporting…

In a somber acknowledgment of the tragic explosion that rocked Ibadan, the capital of Oyo state, Finance and Business Online Publishers, FiBOP extends its heartfelt condolences to the affected families, the Oyo State Government, and the entire nation. The devastating incident has not only left a profound impact on the local community but has also ignited broader concerns about the state of security in Nigeria and the safety of its citizens. Tuesday night’s explosion, which claimed lives and caused significant damage, has prompted FiBOP to reflect on the pressing need for a comprehensive evaluation of the nation’s security infrastructure. The…

By Mmaduabuchi Onwumelu The National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, Barr. Sly Ezeokenwa, recently paid a significant visit to Imo State to engage with the party’s State Working Committee, SWC indicating a drive towards notable progress. Chief John Iwuala, the APGA Chairman of Imo State, welcomed the National Chairman and his delegation and led the Party’s State Exco in a robust session with the National Chairman, who was accompanied by the members of the National Working Committee, NWC. The session aimed to strengthen the party’s operations while also fostering communication with key party affiliates in the state.…