The oldest maritime journalists beat association in Nigeria, the Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN) has been lauded for its responsible reportage of the maritime sector as well as the activities of the port police command.
Speaking during a visit to his office on Thursday in Apapa, Lagos by executives of MARAN led by its President, Mr. Godfrey Bivbere, the Commissioner of Police, Ports Authority Police (Western) Command, CP Ibrahim Balarabe Maikaba pledged the command’s support for the association and the Godfrey Bivbere led executives.
The MARAN President stated that he and his executives were at the command headquarters to familiarize themselves and show solidarity with the Commissioner of Police.
While assuring the Commissioner of the association’s support, Mr Bivbere pledged that achievements of the command would be given wide coverage as the command plays a pivotal role in securing the gateway for international trade and foreign exchange earnings for the country.
CP Maikaba on his part appreciated the warm hands of fellowship extended to him, and pledged a cordial working relationship with the association.