IMO Scribe Commends Nigeria For Effective Implementation Of Instruments

The Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), Mr. Arsenio Dominguez, has commended Nigeria for strengthening its maritime administration and advancing the effective implementation of IMO instruments. In a letter dated October 9, 2025, and addressed to the NIMASA DG/CEO,Mr. Dominguez lauded the efforts of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), particularly the…

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How IMO Sec-Gen Visit Rekindles Nigeria’s Maritime Ambition

“No man is an island,” goes the old saying; a reminder that progress, whether personal or institutional, is rarely achieved in isolation. Every thriving system is built on the strength of its partnerships, the alignment of shared visions, and the willingness to work together for common good. This principle sits at the core of United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 17: Partnership for the…

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MAN-Oron: IMO Scribe, FMMBE Minister Commend Okonna For Outstanding Performance

By Sylvanus Obasi The Secretary General of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), HE Arsenio Dominguez and the Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, HE Adegboyega Oyetola,  CON, have commended the Acting Rector, of the Maritime Academy of Nigeria (MAN), Oron, Dr. Kevin Okonna for the remarkable progress being recorded in the Academy. Speaking differently…

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SIFAX Group Applauds Dantsoho’s Election As IAPH Vice President

By Sylvanus OBASI SIFAX Group has congratulated Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho, Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), on his election as Vice President (Africa) of the International Association of Ports and Harbours (IAPH). In a letter issued by the Group’s Chairman, Dr. Taiwo Afolabi, CON, He described the appointment as a well-deserved recognition of…

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MAMAL 2025: Oyetola Says WRI Premium Detrimental To Nigeria’s Economic Competitiveness

By Sylvanus OBASI Nigeria’s Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, His Excellency Adegboyega Oyetola, CON, has called for the immediate review and removal of war risk insurance premiums imposed on Nigerian-bound vessels, describing the surcharge as outdated, unjust, and detrimental to the nation’s economic competitiveness. Speaking at the 3rd Annual Maritime Lecture of the Maritime…

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Akutah, Omatseye, Ogbeifun, Others Canvass Immediate Removal Of WRI Surcharge On Nigerian-Bound Vessels

By Sylvanus OBASI The Executive Secretary, Nigerian Shipper’s Council Dr Pius Akutah has assured Nigerian Shippers of continuous protection of  their interests as the ports economic Regulator, as it calls for the downward review or outright removal of the current war risk insurance premium surcharge on vessels coming into the nation’s waters. He made the…

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Nigeria Takes IMO Council Election Campaign To 30th ISA Session In Jamaica

By Sylvanus OBASI In a strategic move to bolster Nigeria’s presence in global maritime governance, the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, Mr. Olufemi Oloruntola, led a high-level delegation to the 30th Session of the International Seabed Authority (ISA) in Kingston, Jamaica. The Nigerian delegation included the Director-General of the…

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Is NIMASA’s Aggressive Campaign Against War Risk Premiums Mere Rhetoric?

By Sylvanus OBASI While the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) under its Director General, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, has stated its commitment to eliminating the exorbitant and unjustifiable War Risk Insurance (WRI) premiums imposed by foreign insurance firms on Nigerian bound ships, the actual impact of their aggressive campaign remains questionable.  This persistent drain…

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MARAN Set To Expose Maritime Fraud In Gulf Of Guinea, Demands End To War Risk Premiums

By Sylvanus OBASI The Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN) is set to host its 3rd Annual Maritime Lecture (MAMAL) on August 28, 2025, at the prestigious Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos.  This year’s lecture will spotlight the ongoing international fraud perpetuated by foreign shipping lines under the guise of “War Risk Premiums” on…

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