27 h. ago CILT Partners Maritime Academy On Blue Economy, Education, Others

Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) has extended its hands of fellowship to the Maritime Academy of Nigeria (MAN), Oron local government area of Akwa Ibom State for a strategic partnership to harness the blue economy potentials for economic development of the state and country. The collaboration would also cover core areas of education, […]

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29 h. ago Blue Economy Policy Guide For Maritime Development – Oyetola

The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has said that the newly approved National Marine and Blue Economy Policy will serve as a strategic guide for the development of the marine and blue economy sector over the next ten years. Speaking to LEADERSHIP, the minister said the policy would also help Nigeria harness […]

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33 h. ago $700m CVFF: APFFLON urges creditworthiness checks on shipowners before disbursement

By Steve Agbota The Africa Association of Professional Freight Forwarders and Logistics of Nigeria (APFFLON) has called on the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, to carry out thorough verification of credit ratings of Nigerian shipowners before going ahead to disburse the Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF). In a letter to the Minister […] The post $700m CVFF: APFFLON urges creditworthiness checks on shipowners before disbursement appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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45 h. ago Newly approved national marine, blue economy policy will create sustainable prosperity for Nigeria – Oyetola

From Steve Agbota The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved Nigeria’s first National Marine and Blue Economy Policy (2025–2034), a transformative step to harness the country’s 853-kilometre coastline and extensive inland waterways for economic diversification, job creation, and environmental sustainability. Minister of Marine and Blue Economy Adegboyega Oyetola described the policy as a “visionary framework” […] The post Newly approved national marine, blue economy policy will create sustainable prosperity for Nigeria – Oyetola appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Oyetola distributes 3,500 life jackets in Bayelsa for safer waterways

From Idu Jude, Abuja Minister of Marine and Blue Economy Adegboyega Oyetola led the distribution of 3,500 life jackets to water transport users in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, to enhance safety on Nigeria’s waterways. A statement from the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy on Friday, May 2, said the event is part of the federal […] The post Oyetola distributes 3,500 life jackets in Bayelsa for safer waterways appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago I Battled Entrenched Interests To End Apapa Gridlock – Oyetola

The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has revealed the fierce behind-the-scenes battles that led to the eventual clearing of the infamous Apapa gridlock — a debilitating crisis that had crippled port operations and economic activities for over two decades. Speaking on Wednesday when he addressed members of Study Group 4, Senior Executive […]

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9 d. ago Waterway Safety: Oyetola Flags Off Distribution Of 42,00 Life Jackets

To enhance safety on Nigeria’s inland waterways, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, on Tuesday, flagged off the distribution of 42,000 life jackets to waterway users across 12 selected riverine states. The initiative flagged off at a ceremony in Minna, Niger State, is aimed at curbing the alarming rate of boat mishaps […]

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9 d. ago Blue economy key to Nigeria’s future, says Maritime Institute

By Philip Nwosu   The International Maritime Institute of Nigeria (IMION) has spotlighted the untapped power of the blue economy as a critical driver for Nigeria’s sustainable development, calling for deeper collaboration across sectors to unlock its vast potential. Speaking at the opening of the Institute’s Senior Executive Course on Maritime Security and Global Trade, […] The post Blue economy key to Nigeria’s future, says Maritime Institute appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago FG begins distribution of 42,000 life jackets to boost waterway safety in riverine communities

From Idu Jude, Abuja To curb the growing incidence of boat mishaps on Nigeria’s inland waterways, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, on Tuesday, launched the distribution of 42,000 life jackets across 12 riverine states. The official flag-off ceremony, which took place in Minna, Niger State, marks the beginning of a major […] The post FG begins distribution of 42,000 life jackets to boost waterway safety in riverine communities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Osun 2026: Oyetola tasks State APC stakeholders on common political goal

From Idu Jude Abuja The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has urged APC Chieftain and stakeholders in Osun State to work towards a common political goal to achieve desired results come 2027. In A strategic meeting held over the weekend with key stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, […] The post Osun 2026: Oyetola tasks State APC stakeholders on common political goal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Renewed Hope For Local Shipowners As Oyetola Directs Disbursement Of $360m Cabotage Fund

Last week, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, directed the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), to begin the process for the disbursement of the $360million Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF). The CVFF, an intervention fund, was established under the Coastal and Inland Shipping (Cabotage) Act of 2003. While contributions to […]

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2 w. ago Experts identify rail network as panacea for 24 hours port service

By Fidelis Ugbomeh   In aspiration to leverage on advantage of being a maritime nation, some experts in marine and blue economy have reasoned that Nigeria should jettison fragmented port operations for 24 hours port and logistics service. They posited that Nigeria may not be able to reap from full potentials of establishing major/minor seaports […] The post Experts identify rail network as panacea for 24 hours port service appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Shipowners Laud Oyetola’s Directive To NIMASA On CVFF Disbursement

Indigenous shipowners have unanimously commended the minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, over his recent directive to the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety (NIMASA) to begin the process for the disbursement of the Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF). The minister had directed the NIMASA to commence the process that will lead to the […]

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2 w. ago Oyetola’s April 15 declaration and fate of Nigerian shipowners

Mixed reactions have continued to trail the April 15 declaration by Chief Adegboyega Oyetola, Nigeria’s Marine and Blue Economy Minister, ordering the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, to immediately commence the disbursement of Cabotage Vessel Finance Fund, CVFF. Coming 14 days after the April Fools Day, this does not appear to me as […] The post Oyetola’s April 15 declaration and fate of Nigerian shipowners appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Minister orders immediate processing of CVFF disbursement after 20

Marine notice released By Steve Agbota The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy,  Adegboyega Oyetola, has directed the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) to commence the process that will lead to the long-awaited disbursement of the Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF). The fund has suffered over two decades of administrative stagnation and the […] The post Minister orders immediate processing of CVFF disbursement after 20-year delay appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago After two decades, Nigeria moves to disburse cabotage fund in push for indigenous shipping

Adegboyega Oyetola, the minister of marine and blue economy, has directed the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) to read more After two decades, Nigeria moves to disburse cabotage fund in push for indigenous shipping

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3 w. ago BREAKING: Oyetola orders NIMASA to commence process of CVFF disbursement

By Steve Agbota In a landmark move poised to reshape Nigeria’s maritime landscape, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Isiaka Oyetola, has directed the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) to commence the process that will lead to the long-awaited disbursement of the Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF).  This directive marks a […] The post BREAKING: Oyetola orders NIMASA to commence process of CVFF disbursement appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Maritime operations: APM to invest $500 million to expand in Nigeria

From Idu Jude, Abuja Foreign maritime operator APM Terminals has pledged a hefty $500 million to boost its port operations in Nigeria. The group shared this during a visit to Adegboyega Oyetola, Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, in Abuja. Led by Chief Financial Officer Peter Wikstrom, the team included Igor Van den Essen, President […] The post Maritime operations: APM to invest $500 million to expand in Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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