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Ogun Police Arrest Two Security Guards Over Traveller’s Murder, Intensify Manhunt for Accomplices

Detectives from the Ibafo Divisional Headquarters, Ogun State Police Command, have arrested two security guards — Isikilu Dauda, 55, and Rasaki Abbas — in connection with the alleged murder of a traveller identified as Promise in Ibafo, Ogun State. The incident occurred on Thursday, April 10, 2026, at about 7:00 a.m. following a credible tip-off […]

Ogun Police Arrest Two Security Guards Over Traveller’s Murder, Intensify Manhunt for Accomplices

Detectives from the Ibafo Divisional Headquarters, Ogun State Police Command, have arrested two security guards — Isikilu Dauda, 55, and Rasaki Abbas — in connection with the alleged murder of a traveller identified as Promise in Ibafo, Ogun State. The incident occurred on Thursday, April 10, 2026, at about 7:00 a.m. following a credible tip-off […]

Shippers’ Council CEO Akutah Reaffirms Focus on Maritime Reforms, Dismisses Political Distraction Claims

By Tunde Ojudun The Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), Barr. Akutah Pius Ukeyima, has dismissed suggestions that political ambitions are interfering with his regulatory duties, stressing that his commitment remains firmly on advancing maritime reforms. Responding to speculation within industry circles that his attention is divided between official […]

Stakeholders to Examine Risks Facing Nigeria’s National Single Window at Anti-Corruption Seminar Wednesday

By Tunde Ojudun To safeguard the Federal Government’s flagship trade facilitation project, the National Single Window (NSW), the Media Anti-Corruption Initiatives (MACI) in collaboration with Hynek Media will convene a one-day seminar on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at Rockview Hotel, Apapa GRA, Lagos. The seminar, themed “National Single Window: Strategies to Avert Failure”, will provide […]

MARAN’s Reception for Past Leaders in Top Gear

The Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN) has announced remarkable progress in preparations for its forthcoming special reception in honour of its distinguished past presidents. The landmark event is designed to celebrate leadership, service, and the enduring contributions of media professionals to Nigeria’s maritime industry. Following weeks of planning and stakeholder engagement, the association confirms […]

Single Window Launch: Shippers’ Council, Revenue Service Seek Waivers For Importers

… As NSC Defends Tariff Adjustments, ICTN Delay The Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) and the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) have urged shipping companies and terminal operators to grant waivers to importers and clearing agents affected by delays linked to the implementation of the National Single Window (NSW) at the nation’s seaports. The appeal was made […]

Single Window Launch: Shippers’ Council, Revenue Service Seek Waivers For Importers

… As NSC Defends Tariff Adjustments, ICTN Delay The Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) and the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) have urged shipping companies and terminal operators to grant waivers to importers and clearing agents affected by delays linked to the implementation of the National Single Window (NSW) at the nation’s seaports. The appeal was made […]

ACG Edelduok Lauds Oyo/Osun Command for Significant Excise Contribution to Customs Revenue

By Tunde Ojudun The Assistant Comptroller‑General in charge of Excise, Free Trade Zone and Industrial Incentives, Assistant Comptroller‑General Eghosa Joy Edelduok, led a delegation to engage excise traders and key stakeholders at the operational headquarters of the Oyo/Osun Area Command. In her address on Thursday, 9 April 2026, the Assistant Comptroller‑General underscored the critical role […]

Vehicles Without VehCAP Certification Won’t Be Stranded at Ports, FG Clarifies

The Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) and the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) have clarified concerns surrounding the launch of the SON–NADDC Vehicle Conformity Assessment Programme (VehCAP), particularly issues related to public sensitisation and the handling of vehicles without certification at the nation’s ports. In a joint statement issued on behalf of the […]