By Sylva OBASI In what appears to be a novel idea which is the first of its kind in the industry, the Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN) has concluded plans to celebrate its past presidents whose sweats, dedication and sacrifices have contributed immensely to the transformation of the association into a colossus in maritime…
Nigeria has taken a decisive step toward unlocking the economic potential of its maritime domain with the official launch of Blue Economy TV (BETV), Africa’s first dedicated television channel focused exclusively on the blue economy. The landmark initiative, unveiled in Lagos, is the brainchild of the Blue Economy Academy (BEA), a growing thought leadership and…
It was not a routine courtesy call when Commodore Kingsley Nwokenna (Rtd.) led a delegation of Flotilla Academy of Marine Technology through the doors of the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) last Wednesday in Lagos. According to the retired naval chief, he came not merely to applaud, but to act. The meeting, held at LASWA…
By Sylva OBASI The Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, has extended warm felicitations to the Muslim faithful across Nigeria and beyond on the occasion of Eid el-Fitr, urging all citizens to uphold the values of compassion, discipline and service to humanity. Dr. Mobereola noted that this…
By Sylva OBASI The Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), in the exercise of its statutory mandate as the economic regulator of the port and shipping sector, has directed all shipping lines and their respective agencies to immediately suspend the implementation of the recently approved tariffs. PLATFORM REPORTERS learnt that NSC issued this directive pursuant to ongoing…
By Sylva OBASI The Director of the Nigeria National Single Window Project, Tola Fakolade, has clarified that the platform will not replace any government agency involved in trade facilitation but will instead integrate their processes to eliminate duplication and improve efficiency. PLATFORM REPORTERS gathered that the system is designed to ensure that once a release…
By Sylva OBASI The Managing Director, Nigerian Ports Authority, Dr Abubakar Dantsoho proudly celebrates the resilience, dedication, and invaluable contributions of women in the maritime sector—including firefighting, security, piloting, engineering, hydrography, administrative and maritime-support services such as aids to navigation. These remarkable women are excelling even in roles that traditionally demand male-kind of strength. PLATFORM…
By Sylva OBASI A high-level delegation from the International Real Estate Federation (FIABCI) paid a courtesy visit to the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) to explore areas of collaboration around Lagos State’s expanding water transportation system and its broader Blue Economy potential. The delegation was led by Akin Opatola, FNIVS, President of FIABCI Nigeria, alongside…
By Sylva OBASI A maritime industry expert, Dr. Segun Musa, on Tuesday declared that the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) would not deliver meaningful impact for Nigeria without clearly defined, holistic and measurable policies to drive its implementation. Musa made the assertion while speaking at a roundtable discussion organised by the Maritime Reporters Association…
By Sylva OBASI Nigeria’s maritime sector recorded a historic surge of activities in 2025, driven by increased cargo throughput, rising container traffic, and a growing export footprint — a development that underscores the Federal Government’s commitment to economic diversification, according to the 2025 Operational Performance Report released by the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA). PLATFORM REPORTERS…
