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NIMASA Eyes Deep Blue Expansion, Seeks Navy Synergy For Gulf Of Guinea Security
Following the resounding success of its maritime security initiative, the Deep Blue project—which has transformed security across the Gulf of Guinea and earned international acclaim—the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency…
TRADE FACILITATION: NAGAFF Cautions Customs Over Port Delays, Demands Smoother Cargo Clearance
By Roland Ekama
The National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders (NAGAFF) has expressed dissatisfaction with trade facilitation at the nation's seaports.
The group called on the Nigeria Customs Service…
Ending Fish Import Chaos: FG Launches Digital Licensing For Transparency
The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr Adegboyega Oyetola,, has approved the digitization of Nigeria’s fish import licensing process in a landmark policy move aimed at enhancing transparency, efficiency and regulatory oversight within…
Nigerian Navy Leads Africa In Vessel Count, Eyes Regional Supremacy
Nigeria's naval fleet is Africa's largest by total vessels, comprising 152 units with a combined displacement of 38,052 tonnes.
Patrol vessels dominate, making up 132 units or 97.8% of assets, as confirmed by GlobalMilitary.net.
This…
Tincan Customs Shatters Revenue Record: ₦1.61 Trillion Collected, Beats Target by ₦85 Billion
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Tincan Island Port Command, has recorded a total revenue collection of ₦1,609,874,328,972.55 trillion for the 2025 fiscal year, marking a significant milestone in the Command’s operational history.
The…
Lagos Spotlights Badagry Deep Seaport Investment Opportunities At Nigeria-UAE Investopia Forum
By Roland Ekama
The Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has used the Nigeria-UAE Investment Forum—"Investopia Global Africa" to showcase the State's aggressive push for investments in the Badagry Deep Seaport, positioning…
TRADE FACILITATION: FG Reaffirms Commitment To Launch Nigeria’s National Single Window Phase 1 In March
By Roland Ekama
The Federal Government of Nigeria has again reiterated the start of Phase 1 for the National Single Window (NSW) Project, launching on March 27, 2026.
This move reforms the country's trade ecosystem with…
Micura Boss Commends Minister Of Marine & Blue Economy Over Moves For CVFF Disbursement
By Roland Ekama
A foremost stevedoring expert, Chief Michael Orobosa Ubogu, has commended the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Alhaji Adegboyega Oyetola, for moves to promote indigenous shipping through the attempted…
NAGAFF Set To Commission 100% Compliance, Port Harcourt Secretariat, Unveils Apapa Mega Centre
The National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders (NAGAFF) has concluded plans to commission a new secretariat for its 100% Compliance Team in Port Harcourt,Rivers State, signaling a bold commitment to professionalism,…
Micura Boss Urges MWUN To Build Capacity For Newly Elected Dockworkers’ District Officers Ahead Of Lagos Elections
By Roland Ekama
The Chief Executive Officer/ Managing Director of Micura Services Limited, Chief Michael Orobosa Ubogu, has called on the Dockworkers Branch leadership of the Maritime Workers' Union of Nigeria (MWUN) to ensure that…