16 h. ago NIMASA unveils model for African maritime decarbonisation at COP 30

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has showcased a pioneering Public Private Partnership (PPP) model for African maritime decarbonisation with the establishment of the Nigerian Maritime Continuous Emissions Monitoring System at the 2025 UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC COP 30) in Balem, Brazil. The agency made the presentation at the sidelines […]

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17 h. ago Starz, NAMM condemn planned upgrade of MAN, Oron to university

•Disagree over degree-awarding status The chairman of Starzs Investments Company Limited (SICL), Greg Ogbeifun and the president of the Nigerian Association of Master Mariners (NAMM), Captain Tajudeen Alao, have condemned the plan by the Federal Government to upgrade the Maritime Academy of Nigeria (MAN), Oron to a university. Speaking with the Nigerian Tribune, Engineer Ogbeifun […]

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49 h. ago National Museum DG Pledges Support To Repatriate Oyo Artefacts

The Director-General of the National Commission for Museums and Monuments (NCMM), Mr Olugbile Holloway, has pledged to work assiduously on the repatriation of Oyo artefacts as his agency has done for Benin. Holloway, who also assured of a turnaround of Oyo Museum, made the pledge on Tuesday when he paid a courtesy visit to the […]

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52 h. ago Chinese govt declares support for Nigeria ahead IMO council elections

The government of the People's Republic of China has reaffirmed support for Nigeria ahead of the forthcoming International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Council election scheduled for

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57 h. ago Oyalami Triumphs As FirstBank Pledges Continued Support For Lagos Open

Babatunde Oyalami stole the show at the 64th FirstBank Lagos Amateur Open Golf Championship on Sunday, clinching the coveted trophy. Oyalami grossed 231 over 54 holes to emerge victorious. The golfer, based in Osun, started with an opening round of 78, followed by a second-day score of 75, and a closing 78, for a total […]

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59 h. ago Oborevwori hails Navy for safeguarding Nigeria’s maritime assets

Governor Oborevwori described the Nigerian Navy as indispensable to national stability and economic growth....

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3 d. ago How NIIRA enhances legal certainty, operational efficiency, investor confidence in maritime —Report

A new report by Stren & Blan Partners has outlined how the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act 2025 (NIIRA is reshaping the country’s maritime sector by strengthening legal certainty, improving operational efficiency, and boosting investor confidence. With commercial trade in Nigeria heavily reliant on maritime transport, the reforms are expected to significantly enhance the safety […]

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6 d. ago Fubara reaffirms commitment to youth welfare, delivering democratic dividends

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, reaffirms his commitment to youth welfare and delivering democratic dividends, pledging support for NYSC members. Read More: https://punchng.com/fubara-reaffirms-commitment-to-youth-welfare-delivering-democratic-dividends/

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7 d. ago APC Governors Pledge Support For Rescue Of Kebbi Schoolgirls

Governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) under the aegis of the Progressives Governors Forum (PGF) have assured the Kebbi State Government and families of the abducted schoolgirls of their support in rescuing the students. Chairman of the PGF and Imo State governor, Hope Uzodimma, gave the assurance during a visit […]

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7 d. ago Navy deploys ships, helicopters, assault boats to boost maritime security

The Nigerian Navy has launched a maritime security operation aimed at enhancing its combat readiness and strengthening the protection of read more Navy deploys ships, helicopters, assault boats to boost maritime security

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9 d. ago Nigerian ships must lift Dangote, BUA exports, Olubadan tells Oyetola

The former CEO of the defunct Real Shipping Company expressed fears that Nigerian maritime operators are “feeding on crumbs,” as they are not able to

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1 week ago South Africa’s Football Chief Danny Jordan Backs Super Eagles Against DR Congo

South African Football Association (SAFA) President Danny Jordan has publicly pledged his support for the Super Eagles of Nigeria ahead of their decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying playoff final against the Democratic Republic of Congo on Sunday. The gesture comes just days after both Nigeria and Jordan’s South Africa were locked in a tense, […]

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2 w. ago Maritime Sector Targets Digital Leap At Marine Engineers, Naval Architects’ Conference

The Nigerian Institution of Marine Engineers and Naval Architects (NIMENA) has announced its 14th Annual Conference, DigiMarTSS 2025, themed “Digital Maritime Transformation and Smart Solutions: A Pathway to the Advancement of Nigeria’s Blue Economy.” The event will take place on Friday, 28th November 2025, at Osborn La Palm Resort, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, with provisions […]

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2 w. ago Danish ambassador visits NIMASA, pledges support for Nigeria’s maritime sector

The Government of Denmark has pledged its continued support for Nigeria’s maritime sector development while seeking to explore new areas of economic partnerships. This was disclosed by the Danish ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Jens Ole Bach Jansen, during his recent visit to the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency head office in Lagos. Mr Jansen […]

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2 w. ago Port State Control Crucial To Global Shipping Safety – Maritime Agency

The director general of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr Dayo Mobereola has noted that effective Port State Control (PSC) is one of the most potent tools of ensuring global safety and maintenance of environmental standards in shipping. Dr Mobereola, who said this at a 5-day Regional Train the Trainer Workshop on […]

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2 w. ago Governor Fintiri Pledges N5m Support To IDP Chess Champion Zira

Adamawa State governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, has pledged financial the sum of N5 million as financial support to Mary Victor Zira, a 12-year-old chess prodigy and internally displaced person (IDP) from Michika local government area. Mary, who resides at the EYN IDP Camp in Yola, was trained under the Chess in IDP Camps Initiative — a […]

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2 w. ago Governor Lawal Receives Management Of Health Sciences University, Pledges Support

Governor Dauda Lawal has pledged ongoing support for the newly established Federal University of Medical Sciences and Health Technology, Tsafe. According to a statement signed by the spokesperson for Zamfara Governor Sulaiman Bala Idris on Monday, the Vice Chancellor, Professor Ibrahim Yakasai, and the university’s management team paid a courtesy visit to the governor at […]

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2 w. ago CG Customs Donates Bus To Wrestling Federation, Pledges Enhanced Support For Wrestlers

The Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has donated a brand-new bus to Nigeria Wrestling Federation (NWF) to facilitate the movement and logistics of athletes. Adeniyi who is the news president of Wrestling Federation presented the bus donation during his visit to the national wrestling team’s camp on Saturday at Package B of […]

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2 w. ago Maritime Administration Agency Releases List Of Registered Shipyards

Nigerdock and Starz shipyards are among the 27 shipyards released by the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) as part of a list of 27 newly registered and accredited shipyards across the country. According to the press statement by the deputy director, Public Relations, Osagie Edward, the accreditation of the shipyards was is in […]

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2 w. ago NGSF Retreat: Otu hails Govs’ wives, backs gender, health advocacy

Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, has lauded members of the Nigeria Governors’ Spouses Forum (NGSF) for what he described as their “transformative influence on the moral, social, and developmental architecture of the nation,” pledging his administration’s full support for gender inclusion and public health advocacy. Governor Otu gave the commendation on Friday […]

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