Maritime importers and freight agents warn of potential shutdowns at Nigerian ports due to sharp increases in shipping charges approved by the Shippers' Council. Stakeholders cite cargo diversion and high costs.
West African ports impose heavy fines and repatriation costs on shipping companies for stowaways, with incidents costing up to $30,000 each. Nigeria's shipping association criticizes the policy as unfair.
Baseless prosecution of seafarers for drug offences is worsening the global crew shortage and undermining maritime trade. Stakeholders demand legal reforms and a shift in focus to ship owners.
Thousands attended the High Tower Global Church's Alimosho Global Crossover. Prophet Rufus Ikotun declared 2026 a year of divine abundance and an end to banditry. Read about the night of worship and massive outreach.
Investment lawyer Femi Gbede receives the Emerging Global Leader Award at the Global Entrepreneurship Festival in Accra. Discover his vision for legal leadership and global impact.
NLNG Ship Management Limited relaunches its Seafarers Cadetship Development Programme, inducting 21 cadets from MAN Oron and NMU to address the global manpower shortage and boost Nigeria's maritime capacity.
Fisayo Somide turned the frustration of a lost parcel into SkyFots Global Logistics, a company achieving record turnover in 2025 by prioritizing trust and transparency in shipping for Nigerians.
Nigeria's massive N37.59 trillion sea trade in Q3 2025 highlights a critical need for a strong indigenous shipping industry. Experts warn of billions in annual losses and urge action on the dormant Cabotage Fund to reclaim maritime wealth.
Shipping lines in Nigeria pay $4.6 million annually to repatriate stowaways, despite paying security fees in dollars. SAN Chairman Boma Alabi criticizes the failed security system.
The Shipping Association of Nigeria reports 2,300 security breaches by stowaways yearly, costing firms $2,000 per case. Port security agencies dispute the figures. Read more.
A beachside office in the Cook Islands is being used by dozens of tankers to smuggle Russian and Iranian oil, undermining Western sanctions. New Zealand expresses alarm. Read the full investigation.
A Nigerian lady in the UK reveals why she used cartons instead of barrels to ship goods to her family for Christmas. She details the costs and shipping time. Read her story and see the reactions.
Florida shipping company Myus.com faces multiple fraud allegations from foreign customers claiming stolen packages. Victims report automated denials and jurisdictional barriers when seeking justice.
The EU will press the US to implement their July trade deal, focusing on reducing 50% steel tariffs. High-level talks begin in Brussels. Read more.
The European Union has mobilised €15.5 billion to accelerate Africa's clean energy transition, promising electricity for millions and sustainable industrial growth.
Australian mining giant BHP has abandoned its takeover bid for British rival Anglo American, reshaping the global copper mining landscape. Discover the implications for Nigeria's mining sector.
Global leaders react to COP30 climate agreement in Brazil. Mixed responses emerge as deal faces praise and criticism. Key outcomes and future implications analyzed.
Nigeria urges G20 leaders to back a global framework for fair critical mineral trade and ethical AI standards. VP Shettima represented President Tinubu, calling for value addition in Africa.
President Tinubu advocates for equitable mineral benefits, AI governance, and financial reforms at G20 Summit. Nigeria pushes for value addition and ethical technology standards.
The G20 summit in South Africa endorsed a declaration focusing on critical minerals, climate finance, and debt relief for developing nations. Discover the key outcomes.
Gazmadu Education's ABC Conference 3.0 connects African creatives to global opportunities from Nov 24-27, 2025 in Lagos. Join 3,000+ professionals shaping Africa's creative future.
Explore the complex relationship between Burna Boy's global dominance and his Nigerian roots. Does his international success come at the expense of local loyalty? Discover the economic realities behind his strategy.
At COP30 in Belém, Brazil's President Lula urges global climate action, fossil fuel reduction, and climate justice. World leaders must commit to emissions cuts now.
Meet the inspiring African delegates competing at Miss Universe 2025 in Bangkok. From Nigeria to Zimbabwe, these women represent leadership, culture, and social change on the global stage.
Covenant University leads Africa, ranking 49th worldwide in the 2026 THE Interdisciplinary Science Rankings. Discover the 18 Nigerian universities that made the global list.
Federal Government and NACA unveil $800,000 oxygen infrastructure in Cross River health facilities, enhancing emergency care services across the state. Discover how this investment transforms healthcare delivery.
RCCG General Overseer Pastor Enoch Adeboye sends a powerful message, declaring all attacks and kidnappings in Nigeria must cease. Read his full warning and the public's reaction.
YANGG President Kelechi Ndieze calls on African youth to seize control of the continent's digital narrative. Discover how young innovators are driving change.
Discover the world's most attractive female models under 25, including Nigeria's Diana Chioma Eneje and Kenya's Imari Karanja. These young talents are reshaping global fashion trends and breaking barriers.
Nicki Minaj becomes the first female rapper to address United Nations, speaking on Christian persecution in Nigeria. Read about her historic speech and global impact.