Joyce Mmereole Okoli The International Maritime Institute of Nigeria (IMION) has launched a landmark Executive Course on the Blue Economy for media practitioners, aimed at bridging the gap between ocean policy […]
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Tanzania Backs Nigeria’s IMO Council Bid, Seeks to Replicate Nigerian Maritime Development Model
Joyce Mmereole Okoli In a significant boost to Nigeria’s quest for greater influence in global maritime governance, the United Republic of Tanzania has formally endorsed Nigeria’s bid for election into […]
Rain or Shine, Safety First: LASWA’s 2025 Life Jacket Crusade Hits Lagos
Joyce Mmereole Okoli In a bold push to improve safety on Lagos inland waterways, the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) has flagged off its 2025 Safety Sensitisation Programme with the […]
WISTA Nigeria Hails Trailblazing Appointments of Female Maritime Leaders in Ghana and Nigeria
Joyce Mmereole Okoli The Women’s International Shipping and Trading Association (WISTA) Nigeria has applauded the historic appointments of two influential female leaders in the West African maritime sector—Madam Jemilat Mahamah […]
WISTA Nigeria Backs National Policy on Marine and Blue Economy, Pledges Strategic Support
Joyce Mmereole Okoli The Women’s International Shipping and Trading Association (WISTA) Nigeria has reiterated its strong commitment to the successful implementation of the newly adopted National Policy on […]
Oyetola Charts Bold Course for Nigeria’s Marine and Blue Economy Transformation
Joyce Mmereole Okoli The Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, CON, on Thursday led a high-powered stakeholders’ forum at Eko Hotels and Suites, Lagos, to chart a […]
NAGAFF Applauds Tin Can Island Customs Boss for Exemplary Leadership
Joyce Mmereole Okoli The National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders (NAGAFF) has heaped praises on Comptroller Frank Okechukwu Onyeka, the Customs Area Controller (CAC) of the Tin Can Island […]
Stakeholders Decry Growing Threat of Marine Debris, Demand Stronger National Policy Response
Joyce Mmereole Okoli Maritime experts and key stakeholders have raised alarm over the escalating dangers posed by marine debris, urging the Nigerian government to establish a more robust national policy […]
Nigeria Marks Day of the Seafarer, Backs Global Push for Harassment-Free Ships
Joyce Mmereole Okoli As the world marked the 2025 Day of the Seafarer, Nigeria joined the international maritime community in celebrating the vital role of seafarers in global trade, economic development, […]
Ex-Transport Minister Porbeni Urges FG to Tap Diving Sector for Mass Employment
Joyce Mmereole Okoli *Calls for establishment of diving schools, improved water transport infrastructure* A retired Rear Admiral and former Minister of Transport, Festus Porbeni, has called on the Federal […]