Dr. Taiwo Afolabi, Chairman, SIFAX Group, has said that creating exceptional customer experience by businesses is the only way they can enjoy trust and loyalty from their customers. Speaking at the celebration of this year’s Customer Service Week at the company’s headquarters in Lagos, Afolabi noted that this value has been one of the reasons for…
By Sylva OBASI It was a moment of excitement and celebration for schools in Lagos State as pupils and teachers advanced to the finals of the 3rd edition of the Bomarah Foundation Schools Competition. The participating schools were selected by the Lagos State Education District III, in a competition designed to empower educators and promote…
The Executive Director, Operations and Technical Services, Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, Capt. Warredi Enisuoh, has been appointed chairman of the second JustNet Transport Summit scheduled for October 23, 2026, in Lagos. Also, the former Managing Director of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) and transport expert, Dr Richard Aisuebeogun; Chief Executive Officer of…
By Platform Reporters The management of Primetime Reporters, a publication of Chisann Communications, has announced the Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority, NPA, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho, as its Maritime Man of the Year 2026. Dantsoho is expected to receive the award at the forthcoming Primetime Reporters Annual Lecture and Awards scheduled for October 15,…
By Sylva OBASI The Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN) has concluded a professional training programme for 20 of its members at the Chartered Institute of Shipping of Nigeria (CISN), as part of efforts to improve maritime journalists’ understanding of shipping operations, port management and emerging opportunities in Nigeria’s blue economy. The Graduate Induction Training…
By Platform Reporters Lagos, Nigeria — The organisers of Nigeria’s premier maritime advocacy beauty pageant, Face Of Maritime International (FOMI), have announced the theme for its 11th season, codenamed, “THE BLUE QUEEN: Beauty With A Purpose”, with the tagline “From Crown To Coastline — Beauty That Saves Our Seas.” The announcement was made on Friday…
By Platform Reporters The Nigerian Maritime Law Association (NMLA) has joined the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and the global maritime community in marking World Maritime Day 2026, with a call on the Federal Government and the National Assembly to accelerate the ratification and domestication of outstanding international maritime instruments. This year’s observance is themed “From…
By Sylva OBASI President of the Maritime Arbitrators Association of Nigeria (MAAN), Chief Jean Chiazor Anishere, SAN, and President of the Women’s International Shipping and Trading Association (WISTA) Nigeria, Dr. Odunayo Ani, have called for stronger professional journalism and greater women’s leadership as Nigeria seeks to unlock the full potential of its maritime and blue…
By Sylva OBASI Stakeholders in Nigeria’s maritime sector have identified high port charges, ageing infrastructure, inadequate digital integration and negative attitudes among port users and operators as major obstacles to the competitiveness of Nigerian ports. They spoke during a panel session at the 4th MARAN Maritime Annual Lecture (MAMAL 2026) held at the Nigerian Air…
By Platform Reporters LAGOS – The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) has outlined eight key pillars for successfully running a transport and logistics company in Nigeria. Speaking at the 15th Maritime Career Mentorship Programme (M-CAMP) held by Platforms Communications on September 4, 2026, Mr. Olubodun Ogunyakin, representing the President of CILT, Dr. Boboye…
