NCAA Reshuffle Over Safety Lapses in Airworthiness Unit
A major reshuffle of top NCAA directors is tied to allegations of compromised safety oversight in the airworthiness department. Read the full investigation into the regulatory lapses.
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Investor Fatigue, $14bn Gap Stall Nigeria's Deep-Seaports
Nigeria's ambition to become West Africa's maritime hub is faltering as seven deep-seaport projects stall, needing $14bn. Lekki Port operates at just 20% capacity. Experts urge policy review and a 'Prioritisation Matrix'.
Maritime Drug Smuggling Threatens Nigeria's Ports
A new report reveals criminal gangs are using 'legitimate' forwarding businesses to move drugs via commercial vessels. SEREC calls for urgent tech and institutional reforms to secure Nigeria's ports and supply chains. Read more.
APM Terminals, BMS Sign Deal to Enhance Lagos Port Operations
APM Terminals and Barging Marine Solutions sign exclusive lease to expand Apapa port services, aiming to ease congestion and boost trade capacity. Read the full story.
Seafarers Seek Tax Clarity Ahead of 2026 Regime
Nigerian maritime stakeholders call for tax exemptions and clear guidelines for seafarers before the 2026 tax reform. They warn the new regime could unfairly burden this vital workforce.
How Strategy Cleared Mile 2-Tin Can Port Gridlock
Former Tin Can Island Port Manager, Sylvester Egede, details the non-coercive strategy that ended the notorious Mile 2 port corridor traffic. Learn the key lessons for solving national problems. Read more.
NSML revives SCDP, inducts 21 cadets for global maritime
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.
Navy rescues 20 from burning ship in Cross River
The Nigerian Navy saved 20 crew members after their vessel caught fire on the Calabar waterways. One crew member is missing as search operations continue. Read the full story.
Navy Saves 20 from Burning Ship off Calabar
The Nigerian Navy rescued 20 crew members after their vessel, MV Chimba Express, caught fire on the Calabar waterways. One crew member remains missing as search efforts continue. Read the full report.
9 Killed in Gombe Road Crash on Kaltungo-Cham Road
A fatal crash in Gombe State claims 9 lives after a speeding trailer lost control and hit a bus. FRSC confirms details and urges motorists to avoid excessive speed.
Trex Petroleum Recognizes Offshore Safety Leaders
Trex Petroleum and Energy Limited has awarded four offshore professionals for outstanding safety performance at its 2025 Focus on Safety Initiative in Lagos. Discover the champions of offshore safety.
Social Critic Calls for CCTV on Lagos Roads After Bodies Found
Social critic Scott Iguma urges Lagos government to install CCTV cameras on major roads following repeated sightings of dead bodies. He calls it a public safety necessity.
First Woman Appointed as NUPRC CEO, WIME Lauds Tinubu
Women in Maritime & Energy (WIME) commends President Tinubu for appointing Mrs. Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan as the first female Chief Executive of Nigeria's upstream oil regulator. Read more on this milestone for gender inclusion.
24-Hour Security Activated for Lagos Ports During Yuletide
The NPA Police Western Command has intensified round-the-clock land and water patrols across Lagos port corridors to ensure safety this festive season. Stay vigilant and report suspicious activity.
Navy Hands Over 58 Bags of Smuggled Rice to Customs
Nigerian Navy Ship BEECROFT has transferred 58 seized bags of foreign parboiled rice to Customs. The interception highlights ongoing efforts to curb smuggling in Lagos waters.
US Pursues Third Oil Tanker in Caribbean Near Venezuela
The US Coast Guard is actively pursuing another sanctioned oil tanker near Venezuela, intensifying pressure on Caracas's oil sector. This follows the recent seizure of the 'Centuries' tanker. Get the latest details.
10 Safety Tips for a Secure Nigerian Holiday
Navigate Nigeria's festive season safely with these 10 crucial tips covering travel, home security, and financial safety. Stay prepared and enjoy the celebrations without stress.
39 Motorists Nabbed for Speeding in Ogun by FRSC
FRSC Ogun command arrests 39 drivers for speeding violations on Sagamu-Abeokuta road. Commander Fasakin aims for 10% crash reduction during Christmas. Read more on road safety enforcement.
FG Issues Bakassi Deep Seaport Compliance Certificate
Cross River Governor Bassey Otu receives Federal Government's compliance certificate for the $3.5 billion Bakassi Deep Seaport, hailing it as a game-changer for Nigeria's maritime economy. Read more.
Cessna 172 Crashes at Owerri Airport, No Fatalities
A Skypower Express Cessna 172 crashed at Sam Mbakwe Airport, Owerri. All four onboard survived. NSIB has launched an investigation into the incident. Read the latest details.
NSC Chief: Nigeria Must Remove Barriers to Regional Trade
NSC CEO Pius Akutah urges Nigeria to become a maritime hub, detailing reforms in ports, dry ports, transit parks & dispute resolution saving billions. A must-read for business.
Industry Leaders Demand Urgent Cybersecurity Framework for Maritime
Maritime experts warn of rising AI-driven cyberattacks on Nigeria's ports and vessels. Stakeholders push for a national cybersecurity framework to protect trade and national security. Read the full report.
Nigeria risks missing blue-economy boom, NSE warns
Nigerian engineers warn policy gaps and outdated tech threaten Nigeria's share of the multi-trillion dollar blue economy. Urgent action needed to harness ocean wealth.
N37.59tr Maritime Trade Renews Call for Local Shipping
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.
Nigeria risks losing maritime race to Indonesia
Nigeria is falling behind Indonesia in the blue economy race, warns Maritime Innovations Hub CEO Ronke Kosoko. Urgent investment and action are needed to close the gap. Read more.
Shipping lines decry $4.6m stowaway fines in Nigeria
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.
2,300 Stowaways Annually at Nigerian Ports
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.
Unilever Marks 5th Transporters' Safety Week, Zero Accidents
Unilever Nigeria Plc concludes its 5th Transporters' Safety Week, celebrating an accident-free year in logistics. The event featured training, health checks, and awards. Read more.
Nigerian Shippers Protest Hostile Port System, High Costs
Nigerian shippers raise alarm over excessive levies, delays, and corruption at seaports, threatening trade. Calls for Single Window implementation grow. Read more.
Unilever Nigeria Marks Accident-Free Year in Logistics
Unilever Nigeria Plc announces a full year without accidents in its logistics operations, crediting its Transporters’ Safety Week initiative. Read about the awards and commitment to road safety.
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