July 25, 2026
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Abuja MoU And The Quest For A Future-Ready PSC Regime In West-Central Africa

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By Sylva OBASI  Established on October 22, 1999 with regional Secretariat in Lagos, the Abuja Memorandum of Understanding on Port State Control operates under a cooperative agreement with the International Maritime Organization as an inter-governmental organization dedicated to harmonising port state control procedures, eliminate substandard shipping operations and protect Marine environment across the West and Central African…

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Akutah Tasks Maritime Journalists On Accurate Reporting

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By Sylva OBASI The Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), Dr. Akutah Pius, MON, has called on maritime journalists to uphold the highest standards of ethics, accuracy and professionalism in reporting, describing responsible journalism as a critical pillar for the sustainable growth and development of Nigeria’s maritime industry. Dr. Akutah…

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Be Fearless In Defending Truth, NAGAFF Stalwarts Urge Maritime Journalists

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By Sylva OBASI The Founder of the National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders (NAGAFF), Dr. Boniface Aniebonam, together with the association’s National President, Chief Tochukwu Ezeisi as well as the National Coordinator, 100% Compliance team of NAGAFF, Alhaji Tanko Ibrahim have all called on maritime journalists to remain courageous, objective, and unwavering in the…

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AMSAY At 10: How A Simple Vision Became Nigeria’s Maritime Youth Movement

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By David Oladimeji The Nigerian maritime industry gathered in Lagos last week to celebrate a milestone that many stakeholders describe as one of the sector’s most impactful youth-development initiatives. The Annual Maritime Students and Youth Conference (AMSAY) marked its 10th anniversary with a colourful gathering of industry leaders, students, government officials and maritime professionals at…

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Deji Agbetomiloye Emerges Overall Best Graduating Maritime Student In Nigeria

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By David Oladimeji The 10th Anniversary of the Annual Maritime Students and Youth Conference held last week in Lagos produced yet another memorable highlight as Deji Agbetomiloye was honoured as the Overall Best Graduating Maritime Student in Nigeria for 2024/2025 Academic session, earning widespread applause from industry leaders, academics and fellow students. Deji, a 24…

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Mariam Joshua Wins 2026 FOAMSC, Bags Scholarship From Starzs, Gets N500,000 Cash Prize

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By David Oladimeji The Grand Finale of the 2026 Fola Ojutalayo’s Annual Maritime Speech-Making Competition (FOAMSC) produced a thrilling display of eloquence, intellect, and persuasive communication as some of Nigeria’s brightest undergraduates battled for oratory supremacy before a distinguished panel of judges and a cheering maritime audience. When the dust settled after weeks of rigorous…

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MARAN Set To Inaugurate New Exco On June 23

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…Sets Agenda For Ethical Journalism By Sylva OBASI The Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN) has concluded arrangements for the inauguration of its newly elected Executive Council, scheduled to hold on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at Rockview Hotel, Apapa, Lagos. The high-profile event is expected to bring together key stakeholders from the maritime, shipping, logistics,…

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‘Predictive Enforcement Key To Tackling Smuggling’ -Gambo

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By Sylva OBASI The Comptroller of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone A, Comptroller Gambo, has said the unit is shifting from reactive enforcement operations to predictive enforcement through the deployment of geospatial intelligence technology aimed at improving border security and combating smuggling activities across the country. PLATFORM REPORTERS gathered that…

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Maritime Journalist Recounts Ordeal With Lagos Task Force That Left Him Bedridden

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By Obiajulu Agu ‎‎The National Orthopaedic Hospital Igbobi Lagos (NOHIL) occupies more than enough land space along the Igbobi section of the arterial Ikorodu Road that it is rightfully referred to simply as Igbobi. ‎‎Established in 1945, NOHIL’s standing as a centre of excellence near and far has also served to consolidate its recognition. With…

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NIMASA Graduates 177 Trainees For Deep Blue Project

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By Sylva OBASI The Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas has reaffirmed the importance of sustained inter-agency collaboration in strengthening Nigeria’s maritime security architecture. The Naval Chief stated this at the graduation ceremony for personnel trained under the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency’s Deep Blue Project. Represented by the Flag Officer…

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