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Nigeria’s Return to IMO Council Sparks Industry-Wide Celebration

Nigeria’s maritime sector is celebrating a significant diplomatic milestone as the country secures a seat in Category C of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council, marking after a 14-year absence. Leading the chorus of commendation, the Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN) congratulated the Federal Government on the achievement, calling it a pivotal moment for […]

Nigeria’s Return to IMO Council Sparks Industry-Wide Celebration

By Tunde Ojudun Nigeria’s maritime sector is celebrating a significant diplomatic milestone as the country secures a seat in Category C of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council, marking after a 14-year absence. Leading the chorus of commendation, the Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN) congratulated the Federal Government on the achievement, calling it a […]

Nigeria’s Return to IMO Council Sparks Industry-Wide Celebration

By Tunde Ojudun Nigeria’s maritime sector is celebrating a significant diplomatic milestone as the country secures a seat in Category C of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council, marking after a 14-year absence. Leading the chorus of commendation, the Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN) congratulated the Federal Government on the achievement, calling it a […]

MWUN Threatens to Shut Down Crown Flour Mills Over Unionization Dispute

The Maritime Workers’ Union of Nigeria (MWUN), under the leadership of Comrade Francis Bunu Abi, has issued a strong warning to Crown Flour Mills Plc, Lagos, over the company’s continued refusal to allow unionization of its port-based workforce. For over twenty-two years, MWUN has operated alongside Crown Flour Mills within the port premises. Despite this […]

Customs Board Elevates Bomodi, Shuaibu, Edelduok, Maiwada, Others at 64th Meeting

By Tunde Ojudun Following its 64th Regular Meeting held on Tuesday, 25 November 2025, the Nigeria Customs Service Board (NCSB), chaired by the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has approved a series of strategic appointments and special promotions aimed at enhancing leadership and operational efficiency within the Service. […]

NPA Urges Maritime Journalists to Champion Responsible, Developmental Reporting

The General Manager, Corporate and Strategic Communications at the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Mr. Ikechukwu Onyeamakara, has called on maritime journalists to embrace responsible and developmental journalism that will enhance Nigeria’s image in the global maritime community. Mr. Onyeamakara made this appeal while receiving the three-man Caretaker Committee of the Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria […]

Customs Enforces Mandatory Drug Testing for Recruits, Officers

The Comptroller-General of Nigeria Customs Service, Dr. Adewale Adeniyi MFR, has announced a new directive mandating drug testing for all incoming recruits and current personnel of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS). This initiative is part of the Service’s broader effort to uphold integrity, discipline, and operational excellence. Speaking at the closing session of the 2025 […]