In part 2 of this exclusive interview with the pioneer Winner of NIMA Reality TV Show, Ambassador Winnie Ogunsakin, she told Platform Reporters that although she didn’t study maritime course nor had a prior background in maritime sector before emerging Nigerian Maritime Ambassador, yet she’s ready to take maritime by storm through her pet project….
Miss Winnie Ogunsakin emerged the 2022 Winner of the Maiden Nigerian Maritime Ambassador Reality TV Show. In this exclusive interview with Platforms Reporters, she shares her experiences and challenges during the contest and revealed what stood her out amongst other contestants. It is an interesting media chat with the Ondo state born Reality TV Winner…
The Honourable Minister of the Marine and Blue Economy, His Excellency Adegboyega Oyetola, has stated that tackling illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, harnessing marine tourism, safety and security are top of the agenda of his administration as Minister of the newly created Ministry of Marine and Blue economy. He stated this during a working…
The Acting Registrar and Chief Executive of the Council for the Regulation of Freight Forwarding in Nigeria, CRFFN, Mrs Cecilia Chinyere Uromta is seeking the approval of the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy to effect urgent amendment of Council’s Act. Uromta made this request in an address presented to the Minister of Marine…
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…
