Oyetola Praises NPA’s First Female Executive Director, Aina Egharevba, at 70

The Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, CON, has extended heartfelt congratulations to Ms. Elizabeth Aina Egharevba, the first female Executive Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), on her 70th birthday, marked on April 21, 2026. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser, Dr. Bolaji Akinola, the Minister described […]

USCG Commends Nigeria’s Progress on Port Security

*NIMASA Pledges Full Compliance with Global Standards The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has lauded Nigeria’s sustained efforts to upgrade its port security architecture in line with international standards. A USCG delegation, led by Bryan Ullmer, Chief of International Port Security Operations, conducted a five-day assessment of key Lagos port facilities, including Rano, PTML, Five […]

Oyetola Commissions NIMASA–UNILAG Maritime Studies Building, Reaffirms Commitment to Blue Economy Growth

The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, on Thursday commissioned the Institute of Maritime Studies (IMS) Multipurpose Building at the University of Lagos, underscoring the Federal Government’s commitment to advancing Nigeria’s marine and blue economy through sustained investment in human capital and infrastructure. The state-of-the-art facility, donated by the Nigerian Maritime Administration […]

Nigeria’s National Single Window: Media Anti-Corruption Seminar Demands Discipline, Transparency for Success

By Tunde Ojudun In its quest to ensure the success of National Single Window in Nigeria, the Media Anti-Corruption Initiatives (MACI) in conjunction with Hynek Media convened a coalition of customs officials, regulators, private operators, and journalists at Rockview Hotel in Apapa GRA, Lagos. The single mission was to ensure that Nigeria’s National Single Window […]

MWUN SETS FOR SHOWDOWN WITH TEMILE DEVELOPMENT COMPANY OVER REFUSAL TO UNIONIZE WORKERS

The Maritime Workers’ Union of Nigeria (MWUN), led by its President-General, Comrade Francis Bunu Abi, in collaboration with the Nigerian Merchant Navy Officers and Water Transport Senior Staff Association (NMNO-WTSSA), has declared its resolve to unionize maritime workers employed by Temile Development Company Nig. Ltd, located at No. 2, Omedu Street, Rumueme, Port Harcourt, Rivers […]

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 […]