Esther Komolafe

Nigeria is set to join the global community in celebrating the 2024 World Maritime Day on Thursday, September 26, under the theme "Navigating the Future: Safety First" ¹. The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has reaffirmed the ministry's commitment to adhering to globally recognized standards, ensuring a robust and business-friendly maritime sector ¹. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration aims to significantly contribute to Nigeria's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) through the Blue Economy ¹. Dr. Dayo Mobereola, Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), assured stakeholders that Nigerian waters are safe for investment and…

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) and the Bank of Industry (BOI) are exploring collaborative strategies to enhance capacity in the Nigerian maritime sector. During a meeting between NIMASA's Executive Director, Mr. Jibril Abba, and BOI's Executive Director, Mrs. Ifeoma Uz'Okpala, both parties expressed commitment to working together to achieve their shared goals. NIMASA aims to develop capacity in the sector, focusing on safety, security, maritime labor, and capacity building. The Agency seeks to actualize the Federal Government's vision to reposition the maritime sector, particularly with the creation of the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy. BOI, Nigeria's…

  Dr. Segun Musa, Deputy National President of the National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders (NAGAFF), has strongly criticized the Nigerian rail sector's investment, stating that it has been largely wasted due to poor planning and misplaced priorities. Speaking at a roundtable organized by the Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN), Musa emphasized that the country's transportation systems, particularly rail, should have focused on cargo movement rather than passenger services to truly impact the economy. Musa argued that prioritizing cargo transport would have generated sufficient income to repay investments, but instead, the sector remains financially unsustainable due to a…

Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, owned by High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, aka Tompolo, has formally handed over the reconstructed 3 Battalion Soldiers' Transit Accommodation at Effurun Barracks to the Army authorities. The facility, redesigned and fully furnished as part of Tantita's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts, boasts state-of-the-art amenities aimed at enhancing the living conditions of soldiers stationed at the barracks. The renovated transit accommodation features modern infrastructure and amenities, demonstrating Tantita's commitment to supporting the Nigerian Army's welfare and operational effectiveness. This CSR initiative by Tantita Security Services underscores the company's dedication to giving back to the community…

The Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, in collaboration with the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), is set to host a global workshop on Deep Seabed activities from September 17-18, 2024. The workshop aims to build in-country expertise and equip policy makers and industry professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage deep-sea resources sustainably. According to the Honorable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, the event will provide hands-on training for Nigerian researchers and stakeholders, allowing them to engage directly with international experts and advanced technologies. The workshop will feature presentations from renowned…

The Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, in collaboration with the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), is set to host a global workshop on Deep Seabed activities from September 17-18, 2024. The workshop aims to build in-country expertise and equip policy makers and industry professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage deep-sea resources sustainably. According to the Honorable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, the event will provide hands-on training for Nigerian researchers and stakeholders, allowing them to engage directly with international experts and advanced technologies. The workshop will feature presentations from renowned…

The Western Marine Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has recorded a remarkable 611.26% increase in the duty-paid value (DPV) of seized items in the first half of 2024, totaling ₦843,424,000.00. This achievement is attributed to the leadership and morale of the officers, as well as effective policy implementation. The Command's half-year performance report reveals: - 26 incidents of seizures, valued at ₦843,424,000.00 in DPV - A significant increase of ₦724,842,665.00 from the 2023 performance of ₦118,581,335 - Top commodities seized include:     - 5,685 loaves of Cannabis Sativa, worth ₦711,700,500     - 925 bags of 50kg foreign…

The Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola, has alerted the public to the existence of fake social media accounts purporting to be his. Dr. Mobereola, via his verified social media handle @MobereolaD, stated that these unauthorized accounts are not affiliated with him or NIMASA and warned the public to be cautious when interacting with them. The NIMASA DG emphasized that any entity or individual claiming to act on behalf of the agency or its executive management is false and should be treated with suspicion. He urged the public to verify claims and…