27 h. 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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4 d. ago Why Nigeria’s maritime cadets still struggle with global certification – NSML MD

In this interview, with ANOZIE EGOLE, the Managing Director of the NLNG Shipping and Marine Services Limited, Mr. Abdulkadir Ahmed, speaks on the challenges with the Nigerian Seafarers Development Program, among others You said 2024 was a good year for NSML. Can you tell us how? I can tell you it was our best year, Read More

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4 d. 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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4 d. 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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5 d. 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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5 d. ago Nigeria Maritime Varsity Appoints Registrar, Other Principal Officers

The Nigeria Maritime University (NMU) has announced the appointment of three principal officers to key administrative roles. The Governing Council approved the appointments of Registrar, Librarian and Bursar at its 21st meeting held on April 15, 2025, in Warri, Delta State. The appointees are Paul Bebenimibo, Registrar; Abduldayan Fatimah Jibril, Librarian; and Gbe Tamaraudebaemi Justin […]

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5 d. ago ITF Replaces Starter Packs With Global Artisan Certification

The Industrial Training Fund (ITF) has scrapped the issuance of starter packs to graduates of its skills development programmes, opting instead for globally recognised certification standards that will qualify artisans for both domestic and international employment. Disclosing this in Abuja during a media briefing, the director-general of ITF, Dr. Afiz Oluwatoyin Ogun, said the shift […]

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9 d. ago Danish terminal operator renews $500m investment pledge in Nigerian ports amid continued expansion push

Global port operator APM Terminals, a major player in Nigeria’s maritime sector, has renewed its commitment to invest $500 million read more Danish terminal operator renews $500m investment pledge in Nigerian ports amid continued expansion push

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1 week 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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2 w. ago Africa’s maritime sector positioned for green shipping —Oyetola

Tribune Online Africa’s maritime sector positioned for green shipping —Oyetola Nigeria’s Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has called on maritime stakeholders across Africa to leverage the continent’s renewable energy potential to become a global leader in green shipping. The minister made the remark at the maiden Africa Strategic Summit on Shipping Decarbonization, held recently in Abuja. He stated that, with the International […] Africa’s maritime sector positioned for green shipping —Oyetola Tribune Online

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3 w. ago NLC Accuses Tinubu’s Govt Of Betraying Workers Agreement On Taxation

Nigeria Labour Congress has accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration over its approach to economic situation in the country. NLC condemned federal government for betraying workers through what its described as unjust taxation, tariff hikes, and failure to honour agreements. Speaking at the 6th Quadrennial Delegates Conference of the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria in Lagos […] The post NLC Accuses Tinubu’s Govt Of Betraying Workers Agreement On Taxation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Nigeria to save $400bn annually by abolishing war risk insurance – NIMASA

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency says Nigeria paid over $1.5 billion in war risk insurance premiums to international insurers in the past three years. In a statement on Friday, NIMASA’s head of public relations, Osagie Edward, said the impact of WRI premiums on the economy is staggering. War risk insurance covers losses and Read More

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3 w. ago Ajaero accuses FG of betraying workers, condemns unjust taxation

The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Joe Ajaero, has condemned the government’s handling of economic policies, accusing it of betraying workers through unjust taxation, tariff hikes, and failure to honour agreements. Speaking at the 6th Quadrennial Delegates Conference of the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria in Lagos on Friday, Ajaero warned that Nigerian workers Read More

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3 w. ago ILO: Nigeria advocates formal designation, elevation of maritime workers

Tribune Online ILO: Nigeria advocates formal designation, elevation of maritime workers   The Federal Government  through the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, and the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), has continued its advocacy for the formal designation of seafarers as key workers. This, the government explained, would ensure legal protection, and a harmonised framework between the International Labour Organisation (ILO), the International Maritime […] ILO: Nigeria advocates formal designation, elevation of maritime workers Tribune Online

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4 w. ago Shipping company backtracks, agrees to pay N200,000 minimum wage

Tribune Online Shipping company backtracks, agrees to pay N200,000 minimum wage Findings have revealed that Messrs. Hull-Blyth Nigeria Limited, the shipping company that initially refused to accept a N200,000 minimum wage agreement mid-wifed by the Federal Government between the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN) and the Shipping, Shipping Agencies, Clearing and Forwarding Employers Association (SSACFEA), has finally agreed to the terms of that agreement. Recall […] Shipping company backtracks, agrees to pay N200,000 minimum wage Tribune Online

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