Esther Komolafe

  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…

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced key management appointments and redeployments to enhance strategic service delivery. Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, approved the appointments and redeployments following the statutory retirement of some members of the management team. The appointments include: - BM Jibo as Acting Deputy Comptroller General (DCG) of Finance Administration and Technical Services (FATS) - O.A Alajogun as Acting DCG of Enforcement, Inspection and Investigation (EI&I) - IG Umar as Acting Assistant Comptroller General (ACG) of Headquarters - O.A Salefu as Acting ACG of Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) - B.A Makinde as Acting ACG…

The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, has reaffirmed the Nigeria Customs Service's commitment to transparency and fairness in promoting deserving candidates. Speaking during an inspection visit to an examination venue in Abuja on Monday, August 19, 2024, CGC Adeniyi emphasized the Service's dedication to maintaining its high standards. "We are committed to applying the same rigorous standards as in the previous promotion exercise, which was widely recognized for its fairness. Our goal and standard remain to ensure that every deserving candidate is promoted on merit," he stated. CGC Adeniyi highlighted the security measures in place to prevent malpractice and ensure…