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.
Category : Maritime
NPA Records 1,085% Surge in Exports for Q3 2025
Nigerian Ports Authority reports a massive 1,085% jump in export containers, with total cargo throughput reaching 33.5 million metric tonnes in Q3 2025. Read the full analysis of Nigeria's booming maritime trade.
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.
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.
Shippers Warn Multiple Taxes, Delays Crippling Lagos Ports
The Shippers Association of Lagos State warns illegal checkpoints and overlapping levies are pushing businesses out. Customs promises the National Single Window will fix delays by 2026. Read more.
FG Urged to Unlock N70tr Maritime Revenue for Debt
Olisa Agbakoba Legal urges FG to implement maritime reforms, unlocking N70 trillion yearly to service Nigeria's N152.4 trillion public debt and stop massive revenue losses.
Pacific Island Office Aids Sanctions-Busting Oil Smuggling
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.
WIME Congratulates Nigeria on IMO Category C Re-election
Women in Maritime and Energy (WIME) celebrates Nigeria's re-election to IMO Council Category C, calling it a win for Africa's maritime leadership and a boost for the blue economy. Read more.
Weak Standards Cost Nigeria N1 Trillion in Maritime
Maritime experts reveal Nigeria's blue economy loses N1 trillion yearly due to foreign dependence and weak standards. Discover how technical sovereignty could transform the sector.
Nigeria returns to IMO Council after 14 years
President Tinubu celebrates Nigeria's election to IMO Council after 14-year absence. A major win for maritime safety and blue economy ambitions. Read more!
Nigeria Returns to IMO Council After 14-Year Absence
Nigeria has regained its seat in Category C of the International Maritime Organization Council, strengthening its global maritime influence. NPA MD Dantsoho credits Minister Oyetola's leadership for this achievement.
Nigeria Returns to IMO Council After 14 Years
Nigeria elected to IMO Council Category C for 2026-2027 term after 14-year absence. Minister Oyetola says victory reflects global confidence in maritime reforms and Tinubu's blue economy agenda.
Digital Call-Up System Transforms Nigerian Port Operations
TTP's electronic call-up system Eto has scheduled over 3.38 million truck movements, reducing congestion and improving turnaround times at Lagos ports. Stakeholders urged to unite for continued progress.
China Supports Nigeria's Port Modernisation Drive
China pledges technical support for Nigeria's port automation, offering expertise from 52 automated ports. Partnership includes maritime training and digital infrastructure development.
China Backs Nigeria's Push for Digital Ports
China offers technical support to modernize Nigeria's seaports, including automation and digital systems. Partnership aims to boost trade efficiency and maritime security.
MARCON to Honour Dangote, Lekki Port with Awards
Aliko Dangote, Lekki Deep Seaport, and other key players are set to receive MARCON's 2025 Awards of Excellence for transforming Nigeria's maritime sector. Discover the full list of honourees!
Nigeria Loses Billions to Foreign Marine Experts
NIMENA chair Dr Eferebo Sylvanus reveals Nigeria loses billions annually to foreign marine expertise. Calls for indigenous classification body and technical sovereignty in maritime sector.
Ferry Carrying 267 Runs Aground, Crew Arrested
South Korean ferry with 267 passengers grounded near Jogdo Island, injuring 27. Crew members arrested for negligence. Investigation ongoing amid Sewol disaster memories.
CIoTA Calls for National Integrated Transport Policy
CIoTA Nigeria urges coordinated air, land & marine transport policies into a National Integrated Transport Policy to boost investment & multimodality. Read the full communique.
6,386 Cargoes Detained at Lagos Ports Cost N472.5M Daily
Over 6,386 imported containers face detention at Lagos ports, accumulating N472.5 million daily in demurrage charges. Maritime Police blamed for disrupting cargo clearance processes. Read full investigation.
Nigeria's 15% maritime GDP triggers PPP push
Nigeria's low 15% maritime GDP contribution sparks urgent PPP drive to unlock N22.12 trillion blue economy potential through fisheries, tourism and port modernization.
Onne Truck Parks Endorse E-Call Up System Rollout
Truck park owners in Onne, Rivers State, embrace the NPA's Electronic Call-Up System to tackle gridlock and extortion. Stakeholders say it will restore order and boost port efficiency.
Nigeria Must Modernize Maritime Transport Laws
Maritime stakeholders call for urgent modernization of Nigeria's transport laws to compete globally. Experts warn outdated regulations threaten blue economy ambitions.
LASTCOC Applauds Apapa Port Manager for Traffic Improvement
Lagos State Truck Operators commend Apapa Port Manager Adebowale Lawal's 24/7 dedication that resolved export truck gridlock. Discover how his leadership transformed port access roads.
Nigeria to lead Gulf of Guinea illegal fishing fight
Nigeria's Minister Adegboyega Oyetola elected to chair regional committee combating illegal fishing. New initiative aims to protect marine resources across West Africa through coordinated action.
Warri, Koko Ports Revitalisation Boosts National Equity
NPA's revitalisation of Warri and Koko ports is decentralising economic opportunities, handling 293,013 metric tonnes of cargo. Discover how this strategic move benefits Nigeria.
IMO Chief: Shipping Committed to Decarbonize Despite US
IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez affirms the shipping sector's commitment to its 2050 decarbonization goal, despite contentious US negotiation tactics at the October 2025 meeting.
Navy rescues 10 from distressed vessel in Calabar
The Nigerian Navy saved 10 crew members from the sinking MV SEMA III near Calabar. Read about the dramatic rescue and the Navy's enhanced maritime security efforts.
Nigeria loses $8b yearly to idle seafarers
Nigeria suffers $6-8 billion annual freight loss due to delayed CVFF disbursement and unemployed seafarers. Indigenous fleet collapses from 24 to 4 vessels. Learn how this crisis affects our economy.
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