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…
By Sylva OBASI Port Harcourt, Nigeria – From 4 to 10 July 2026, Starzs Investments Company Limited (SICL), a leading indigenous maritime and offshore logistics company, will commemorate its 40th anniversary with a week-long programme celebrating four decades of resilience, innovation, operational excellence, and contributions to the growth of Nigeria’s maritime and energy sectors. Holding…
By Sylva OBASI Stakeholders in the Nigeria’s maritime sector have emphasized the need for ethical journalism as a catalyst for transparency, accountability, security, and sustainable development, charging maritime journalists to remain committed to professionalism and responsible reporting. The call was made last Thursday in Lagos during the inauguration of the newly elected Executive Council of…
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…
By Sylva OBASI All roads will lead to Rockview Hotel, Apapa, Lagos, on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, as the Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN) inaugurates its newly elected Executive Council and unveils a fresh agenda aimed at promoting ethical journalism in the maritime sector. The event, themed “Upholding Ethical Journalism for Maritime Development,” is…
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…
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…
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…
By David Oladimeji In an emotional tribute to some of Nigeria’s most influential maritime personalities, Platform Reporters conferred posthumous awards on four late industry icons during the 10th Anniversary of the Annual Maritime Students and Youth Conference held last week in Lagos. The honoured maritime leaders were late Otunba Kunle Folarin, late Barr Mrs. Margaret…
David Oladimeji Stakeholders in Nigeria’s maritime industry have reaffirmed their commitment to youth development and capacity building, awarding a total of N3.02 million in cash prizes and scholarship to outstanding students during the 10th Annual Maritime Students and Youth (AMSAY) Conference held last week in Lagos. The conference, organised by Platform Communications, took place on…
