The Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN) has identified with the recent appointment and decoration of Comptroller Frank Okechukwu Onyeka as the Customs Area Controller (CAC) of the Tin-can Island Port Customs Command, describing it as a well-deserved recognition of his exceptional career achievements. The CAC was decorated with the rank off Controller of Customs […]
The Nigerian stock market is poised for a significant growth in 2025, with Arthur Steven Asset Management Limited (ASAM) projecting a 39% return on the All-Share Index (ASI). According to Olatunde Amolegbe, Managing Director of ASAM and former President of the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS), in his presentation at the Capital Market Correspondents Association […]
The Oyo State Government and the Federal Government have collaborated on addressing the challenges faced by vulnerable members of the society. This, the Oyo State government said, will address the current harsh economic realities, and it is a collective effort to alleviate poverty and uplift the lives of the citizenry. The Commissioner for Women Affairs […]
Foremost Maritime Beat association, Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN), on Wednesday, January 22nd, kicked off the year 2025 activities with thanksgiving, prayers, and celebration of members’ birthdays at its International Maritime Press Centre, Apapa, Lagos. Declaring open the association’s maiden general meeting, MARAN President, Mr. Godfrey Bivbere, expressed appreciation to God for keeping members […]
The Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN) has extended its heartfelt congratulations to the newly appointed Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), Dr. Kayode Opeifa. In a congratulatory letter dated January 22, 2025, MARAN President Godfrey Bivbere described the appointment as well-deserved, citing the appointee’s exceptional track record in the transportation sector. “As […]
The Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) will commence implementation of the International Cargo Tracking Note (ICTN) by the second quarter of this year, its Executive Secretary, Pius Akutah, has disclosed. Akutah also stated that the Council, under the guidance of the Marine and Blue Economy Ministry, will anchor its 2025 budget on the one per cent […]
The Lagos government is expected to receive six new trains from China to boost rail transportation in the state. The trains are said to have successfully passed all the factory clearance tests and are ready to be shipped from China. The trains will be used to increase the frequency of trips along the Lagos Blue […]
The Kanwan Katsina District Head of Ketare, Alhaji Usman Bello Kankara, mni, has expressed deep appreciation on behalf of his people to Mercy Corps, a non governmental organization (NGO), for its impactful interventions in Ketare District. The Kanwan Katsina made this remark during the launching and handing over of eight ambulatory service equipment mobile machines […]
The Dangote Petrochemical Refinery has explained that its recent increase in the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly called petrol, to the rising cost of crude oil in global markets. According to a statement issued on Sunday, January 19, 2025, via its official X handle, the refinery announced an adjustment in its ex-depot price […]
Richard Edoki, a Nigerian-born broadcast journalist popularly known as Richybongo, has been named a finalist in the Best Newcomer category at the National Hospital Radio Awards 2025. Organized by the Hospital Broadcasting Association (HBA), this annual event honors exceptional contributions to hospital broadcasting across the UK. Richybongo hosts African Vibe with Richybongo on CHBN Radio, […]
