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The National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders (NAGAFF) has firmly distanced itself and its members from the proposed shutdown of operations at Apapa Port, reportedly being organized by a coalition of customs licensed agents and freight forwarding associations. In a personally signed press release, Hon. Tochukwu Ezisi, National President of NAGAFF, clarified that the […]
In pursuit of its modernisation agenda and commitment to trade facilitation, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has initiated strategic consultations with the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) to address concerns surrounding the rollout of the Unified Customs Management System, popularly known as B’Odogwu. On Monday, 19 August 2025, Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR, hosted […]
Comptroller Babatunde Olomu PhD, the Area Controller of the Apapa Port Command of the Nigeria Customs Service, has reaffirmed the Command’s unwavering commitment to outsmarting smugglers through sharp intelligence and relentless enforcement. Speaking on Monday, August 18, 2025, during a visit from Dr. Martin Iluyomade fsi—Director of NAFDAC’s Inspection and Enforcement Directorate and Chairman of […]
On Tuesday, August 19th, the Courier Staff Association of Nigeria (CALSSAN), an affiliate of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), paid a courtesy visit to the leadership of the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN) at the Union Secretariat in Olodi-Apapa, Lagos. The CALSSAN delegation, led by Comrade Emeka Cyril Ekeh (Deputy President), Comrade Akor Jonah […]
*Mobereola urges beneficiaries to let their elevation inspire greater excellence The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has announced the promotion of 243 staff members, reinforcing its commitment to merit-based career advancement and staff welfare. Among the newly elevated are 9 Deputy Directors who now assume the role of Directors, including key figures such […]
Senior officials of the National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders (NAGAFF) have called on the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and its management to exercise restraint in the proposed review of licensing fees for Customs agents. They also emphasized the urgent need for all stakeholders to gain full proficiency in the […]
The Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN), led by Comrade Francis Bunu Abi, has officially confirmed Comrade Oniha Erazua as the substantive Secretary-General of the Union. The announcement was made on Friday, August 13, 2025, during a joint session of the National Administrative Committee (NAC) and the Central Working Committee (CWC). Comrade Oniha, who had […]
The Africa Association of Professional Freight Forwarders and Logistics of Nigeria (APFFLON) has issued a formal plea to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, urging an immediate reduction of the 7% cargo clearance surcharge at Nigerian ports. The group says the levy is deepening the economic crisis and choking trade. In a letter delivered to the Presidential […]
The Maritime Security Providers Association of Nigeria (MASPAN) has called for enhanced collaboration with the Nigerian Navy to improve operational efficiency, standardise security protocols, and address delays affecting private maritime security operations. During a courtesy visit to Rear Admiral Michael Gregory Oamen, Flag Officer Commanding (FOC) Western Naval Command at NNS Beecroft, Lagos, MASPAN President […]
The Governing Board of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has pledged unwavering support to the Agency’s Executive Management in fulfilling its strategic mandate. This assurance was made during the Board’s inaugural meeting held in Lagos. Chairman of the Board, Hon. Yusuf Hamisu Abubakar, emphasized the Board’s dedication to collaborating with Management to […]
