3 d. ago FG should prioritise steel for sustainable blue economy –SEREC

By Steve Agbota                                      The Sea Empowerment and Research Centre (SEREC) has urged the federal government, through the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, to prioritise the revitalisation of Nigeria’s steel industry as a strategic step toward strengthening […] The post FG should prioritise steel for sustainable blue economy –SEREC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Maritime leaders demand stronger policy to combat Nigeria’s marine debris crisis

Stakeholders in Nigeria’s maritime industry have called for a stronger national policy framework to combat the rising tide of marine read more Maritime leaders demand stronger policy to combat Nigeria’s marine debris crisis

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4 d. ago FG inaugurates board of NPA, admonishes on transparency, alignment with Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda

From Idu Jude, Abuja The Federal Government of Nigeria, on Monday, June 30, 2025, officially inaugurated an 11-member board of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) in Abuja. The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, noted that the event marks a critical step in strengthening the governance structures of Nigeria’s maritime institutions and positioning […] The post FG inaugurates board of NPA, admonishes on transparency, alignment with Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago WISTA Nigeria cerebrates rise of female maritime leaders in Ghana, Nigeria

The Women’s International Shipping and Trading Association (WISTA) Nigeria has applauded the recent appointments of two accomplished women to high-ranking positions in Ghana and Nigeria’s maritime sector, describing the developments as a triumph for gender inclusion and leadership in the region. In Ghana, Madam Jemilat Mahamah has been appointed Chairman of the Board of the […] The post WISTA Nigeria cerebrates rise of female maritime leaders in Ghana, Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Rising marine debris endangering ocean resources–Stakeholders

•Seek remediation By Steve Agbota Stakeholders in the maritime sector have called for a strengthened national policy framework to tackle marine debris in order to avert the danger ahead and safeguard the future of Nigerian oceans. The stakeholders, who made this call at the 2025 yearly summit of the Shipping Correspondents Association of Nigeria (SCAN) […] The post Rising marine debris endangering ocean resources–Stakeholders appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Unchecked accumulation of marine debris threatening Nigeria’s maritime competitiveness — Stakeholders

Tribune Online Unchecked accumulation of marine debris threatening Nigeria’s maritime competitiveness — Stakeholders He emphasized that the dangers are no longer distant possibilities, but present and escalating, hence the need for urgent action. Unchecked accumulation of marine debris threatening Nigeria’s maritime competitiveness — Stakeholders Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Tinubu Created Marine, Blue Economy Ministry To Diversify Economic Resources – Shippers’ Council

The Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), has said the creation of the Marine and Blue Economy Ministry by President Bola Tinubu was a deliberate effort to diversify Nigeria’s economic resources. This was disclosed by the executive secretary of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), Dr Pius Akutah Pius, during a meeting with a delegation from the Niger-Delta […]

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9 d. ago NIPERA Will Regulate Maritime Sector, Protect Investments – Dr Akutah

The executive secretary of the Nigerian Shippers Council (NSC), Dr Pius Akutah, has said that the Nigeria Shippers’ Council (NSC) transitioning to the Nigeria Ports Economic Regulatory Agency (NIPERA) would ensure regulation of the sector effectively, protect foreign and local investments and drive professionalism while locking out bad actors. He disclosed this after being conferred […]

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9 d. ago Pollution: 14m Tonnes Of Plastic Obstructing World’s Oceans Annually – Minister

The federal government has said that about 14 million tonnes of plastic annually obstruct the world’s oceans, threatening Nigeria’s biodiversity, and impacting vital marine ecosystems. The Minister of Environment, Mr Balarabe Lawal, stated this on Wednesday at an Abuja-based training workshop for stakeholders on the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) programme. The workshop was organised by […]

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1 week ago ‘Maritime Bank Focusing On National Carrier, Shipbuilding, Port Modernisation, Others’

The president of the Regional Maritime Development Bank (RMDB), Adeniran Aderogba, yesterday, disclosed that the bank’s strategic focus includes the development of a national shipping carrier, cabotage vessel financing, shipbuilding and repair facilities, port construction and modernisation, inland waterways transportation, and multimodal logistics integration. Aderogba who disclosed this when he met with top officials of […]

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1 week ago Customs seizes 481 Cannabis Sativa, others worth N352m along Lagos waterways

Tribune Online Customs seizes 481 Cannabis Sativa, others worth N352m along Lagos waterways The Western Marine Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) on Tuesday announced that its officers had seized 481 loaves of cannabis sativa, 72 bundles of foreign textiles, seven bags of sugar, four locally constructed fibre boats, and five locally constructed wooden boats across the Lagos waterways. Customs seizes 481 Cannabis Sativa, others worth N352m along Lagos waterways Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Oyetola courts Island nations for Nigeria’s IMO Council election bid

Tribune Online Oyetola courts Island nations for Nigeria’s IMO Council election bid IN a significant diplomatic drive on the sidelines of the recently concluded 2025 United Nations Ocean Conference in Nice, France, Nigeria’s Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola engaged in high-level meetings with leaders from several island nations to solicit support for Nigeria’s bid for election into Category C of the International Maritime Organization […] Oyetola courts Island nations for Nigeria’s IMO Council election bid Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Maritime Varsity Appoints Prof Oluwafemi As New Vice Chancellor

The Nigeria Maritime University, Okerenkoko, Delta State has appointed Professor Flora Tobolayefa Oluwafemi as the new Vice Chancellor of the institution. Announcing the appointment, Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the University’s Governing Council, Mr. Abdullahi Bardi, said Professor Oluwafemi was selected after a competitive process that spanned three months involving expert evaluations, public advertisement, and transparent […]

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2 w. ago Nigeria needs good governance to curb illegal fishing, harness marine wealth –Capt Ebubeogu

By Steve Agbota A veteran Master Mariner and maritime governance specialist, Capt Iheanacho Ebubeogu, has said that Nigeria must prioritise strong governance and regulatory oversight if it is to safeguard its marine ecosystem and fully realise the economic potential of its ocean resources. He warned that without decisive action against illegal fishing, overfishing and pollution, […] The post Nigeria needs good governance to curb illegal fishing, harness marine wealth –Capt Ebubeogu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Nigeria requires good governance to curb illegal fishing, marine resources – Capt Ebubeogu

… Master Mariners advocate appointment of Coordinating Minister for effective Marine, Blue Economy By Steve Agbota Nigeria requires good governance to prevent overfishing, illegal fishing, and pollution, protecting marine biodiversity and ensuring the long-term viability of resources. This is even as the Nigerian Association of Master Mariners (NAMM) called on the Federal Government to designate […] The post Nigeria requires good governance to curb illegal fishing, marine resources – Capt Ebubeogu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Oyetola joins Macron, other world leaders at blue economy forum

Tribune Online Oyetola joins Macron, other world leaders at blue economy forum Nigeria’s Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola joined world leaders and global dignitaries at the Blue Economy and Finance Forum held recently in Monaco.  The special event, held ahead of the United Nations (UN) Oceans Conference in Nice, France, was hosted by Prince Albert II of Monaco.  Held at the prestigious Grimaldi Forum […] Oyetola joins Macron, other world leaders at blue economy forum Tribune Online

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3 w. ago $1.25bn Annual Loss: Maritime Bank Secures $150m To Upgrade Shipyards

To stall the annual loss of $1.25 billion due to the absence of a functional shipyard in Nigeria, the Regional Maritime Development Bank (RMDB) has announced that financing is currently being secured for a $150 million upgrade and expansion of a major shipyard in Nigeria. LEADERSHIP reports that the lack of functional shipyards have cost […]

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3 w. ago Oyetola joins Macron, Prince William at blue economy summit in push for global maritime influence

Adegboyega Oyetola, Nigeria’s minister of Marine and Blue Economy, over the weekend, joined world leaders and global dignitaries at the read more Oyetola joins Macron, Prince William at blue economy summit in push for global maritime influence

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3 w. ago World Leaders Converge Over Urgent Action To Protect Marine Ecosystems

World leaders and global dignitaries have emphasised the urgent need for coordinated global action to protect marine ecosystems and promote sustainable use of ocean resources. This was disclosed at the Blue Economy and Finance Forum held in Monaco on Sunday 8th June 2025. At the event, Nigeria’s minister of Marine and Blue Economy,  Adegboyega Oyetola […]

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3 w. ago Oyetola joins Macron, Prince William, others at blue economy forum in Monaco

By Steve Agbota Nigeria’s Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, joined world leaders and global dignitaries on Sunday 8, June 2025 at the blue economy and finance forum in Monaco.  The event, held ahead of the United Nations (UN) Oceans Conference in Nice, France, was hosted by Prince Albert II of Monaco and […] The post Oyetola joins Macron, Prince William, others at blue economy forum in Monaco appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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