The Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy (FMMBE) has commended Platforms Communications for its unique and innovative programmes and activities which have made positive impacts in the Nigerian maritime sector over the years; even as the Ministry has pledged its support to ensure sustainability of the programmes. This commendation was made by the Permanent…
Week two voting result of the ongoing Popularity Contest, a preliminary activity in chosing Housemates for Season 2 of the Nigerian Maritime Ambassadors (NIMA) Reality TV Show has produced major upsets as Kanu Chibuike Peter who goes with the stage name, HUGOBOSS, upstaged JAFTJAY, the week 1 leader and all others to occupy the coveted…
The Nigerian Navy says assets acquired by the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA under the Integrated National Security and Waterways Protection Infrastructure, otherwise known as the Deep Blue project have been deployed across the South West, Central and Eastern Zonal operations to enhance patrol of the Nigerian maritime domain. The Acting Fleet Commander,…
Dr. Taiwo Afolabi, Chairman, SIFAX Group, has commended the appointment of Mr. Adewale Adeniyi as the Acting Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service by President Bola Tinubu. In a congratulatory letter to the new Customs boss, Afolabi hailed the dedication and commitment Adeniyi has shown over the years to the Service. He said: “Rising…
The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has refuted the accusation made against its Bashir Jamoh-led management by Femi Falana, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria who alleged that the agency’s management acquired 3 properties in England. In a press statement made available to Platform Reporters and signed by NIMASA Head of Public Relations, Edward…
One of the cardinal principle of the Cabotage regime is the localization of manning vessels operating in Nigerian waters. To a considerable extent, NIMASA has ensured the placement of Nigerian seafarers on board Cabotage vessels in line with its placement function and the provisions of the Cabotage Act, 2003. Improving on this, Cabotage manning applications are now…
David Mafimishebi Moses who goes with the stage name, JAFTJAY has taken early lead in the ongoing Popularity Test Contest, a pre-qualification voting process for selecting Housemates for Season 2 of the Nigerian Maritime Ambassadors (NIMA), a yearly maritime industry Reality TV Show. JAFTJAY, a popular dancer based in Ajegunle area of Lagos state came…
The Nigeria Maritime Ambassadors Reality TV Show (NIMA) has commenced registration for audition of interested candidates who want to contest in Season 2 of the maritime industry Reality TV Show. This was made known in a press briefing held recently in Lagos by Platform Reporters, organisers and promoters of the brand. Addressing newsman during the…
The United States Coast Guard says it is committed to Nigeria’s quest to implementing the International Ships and Ports Security (ISPS) Facility Code in line with acceptable global best practice.
The Guest Speaker, Managing Director, Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Mr. Mohammed Bello-Koko, was represented by the General Manager, Managing Director’s office at Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Mr. Ayo Durowaiye. Other dignitaries who made worthwhile contributions were; President General, Maritime Workers’ Union of Nigeria (MWUN), Prince Adewale Adeyanju; President, Barge Operators Association of Nigeria (BOAN), Hon. Olubunmi Olumekun; among others.
