The Sea Empowerment and Research Centre warns that overlapping regulations, high charges, and operational challenges in Nigeria's barge sector could undermine port decongestion efforts and economic stability.
A new report reveals Nigeria's maritime sector suffers N3-5 trillion yearly losses from port delays, policy gaps, and infrastructure failures, urging urgent reforms to unlock economic potential.
The Nigerian Ports Authority plans to rehabilitate key eastern ports, including Onne, Warri, and Calabar, to enhance cargo traffic and capacity, as part of a broader strategy to boost non-oil exports and streamline operations.
The Nigerian Ports Authority has announced ambitious plans to modernize Apapa and Tin Can Island ports in Lagos, targeting N1.489 trillion revenue for 2026 fiscal year.
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Nigeria's Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy struggles to transform vast aquatic resources into economic growth due to outdated laws, institutional fragmentation, and lack of coordination, despite handling 60% of West Africa's maritime trade.
The federal government has confirmed that the upgrade of Apapa and Tin Can Island ports will begin in Q2 2026, backed by a £746 million UK export finance deal.
The Nigerian Ports Authority announces major investments in Eastern ports to drive cargo traffic, streamline exports, and implement automation for economic growth.
The Maritime Workers' Union of Nigeria has petitioned the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, urging immediate action to restore tally clerks and gangway security at ports, citing economic and security risks from their absence.
Nigerian Navy operatives in Ondo State have intercepted 42,000 litres of suspected illegal diesel and arrested five suspects, highlighting efforts against maritime crimes and community engagement initiatives.
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The Federal Government calls for enhanced collaboration with the European Union to tackle illegal fishing, trafficking, and environmental crimes in the Gulf of Guinea, emphasizing regional security.
Nigerian Ports Authority MD Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho praised women's professionalism and innovation in the maritime industry during International Women's Day celebrations in Lagos, emphasizing the agency's commitment to gender-inclusive growth.
Audu Kolo, Traffic Manager at Tin Can Island Port, reflects on 25 years of dedicated service in Nigeria's maritime sector, highlighting his career progression, strategic roles, and commitment to mentoring the next generation of professionals.
The Federal Government urges deeper collaboration with the European Union to tackle illegal fishing, trafficking, and environmental crimes in the Gulf of Guinea, emphasizing regional security and economic stability.
MARASSON highlights the Dangote Refinery's export success as a wake-up call for the Federal Government to act on maritime policies, warning of lost economic opportunities.
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The International Maritime Organisation has directed member states to establish a safe framework for evacuating merchant vessels and seafarers from the Persian Gulf, condemning threats and attacks that have stranded crews, including Nigerians.
The Nigerian Navy has transferred two suspected stowaways rescued from a merchant vessel to the Nigeria Immigration Service for further investigation and legal action.
The Nigerian Navy has arrested two suspected stowaways, including a repeat offender, from a merchant vessel near Lagos for attempting illegal migration, handing them over to immigration authorities.
The Ijaw Youth Council urges President Tinubu to include Niger Delta ports in national development, citing fairness and economic growth. They highlight ports like Burutu and Warri for strategic trade advantages.
A severe scarcity of shipping containers at Lagos ports is endangering Nigeria's $44.06 billion export industry, with goods piling up and shipping lines avoiding Nigerian routes.
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The Ijaw Youth Council urges the Federal Government to include Niger Delta ports in Nigeria's maritime development agenda, citing fairness and economic benefits.
A tour bus carrying holidaymakers plunged off the road near the Rajuntay mountain in Peru, killing nine people and injuring 15 others. Rescue operations involved emergency triage and hospital transfers.
The Nigerian Navy has intercepted two wooden boats carrying 44,000 liters of suspected illegally refined Automotive Gas Oil and arrested eight suspects in Rivers State under Operation DELTA SENTINEL.
The Nigerian Shippers' Council has ordered shipping lines to suspend a recent tariff hike, citing concerns over timing and impact on port users, following protests by freight forwarders in Lagos.
The Shipping Correspondents Association of Nigeria (SCAN) calls for green port initiatives and sustainable practices for dockworkers, with a focus on environmental performance and economic viability in seaports. The upcoming SCAN Dockworkers' Day 2026 wil
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Nigerian Shippers' Council CEO Dr. Pius Akutah urges freight forwarders to embrace dialogue over tariff protests, warning industrial actions could disrupt port operations and harm the economy.
Indigenous barge operators in Nigeria are urging President Bola Tinubu to intervene as foreign terminal operators deny them berthing access and impose a 300% fee increase, crippling local businesses and threatening port decongestion efforts.
Freight forwarders in Lagos ports have shut down operations at major shipping firms, protesting increased charges and demanding immediate reversal before any dialogue.
The Nigerian Shippers' Council has urged freight forwarders to engage in dialogue over tariff disputes with MSC, warning that industrial actions could harm the economy. Protests continue despite calls for talks.
The Shipping Association of Nigeria justifies increased maritime service charges as a cost-recovery measure, while freight forwarders protest the hike, warning of higher cargo clearance costs and inflation.
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A research center warns that prolonged uncertainty over port concession renewals in Nigeria could harm port efficiency, deter foreign investment, reduce government revenue, and increase costs for consumers.
