Esther Komolafe

In a spectacular display of sportsmanship and athleticism, First Lady Remi Tinubu officially declared the 2025 Women's African Club Volleyball Championship open at the Moshood Abiola International Stadium in Abuja. This historic event marks the first time Nigeria has hosted the prestigious tournament, bringing together elite clubs from across the continent. A Showcase of Excellence The championship, which commenced on April 3, 2025, promises to be an exciting competition, with 16 top-notch clubs vying for the top spot. The Nigeria Customs Service Volleyball Team set the tone for the tournament with a thrilling straight-set victory over their Cameroonian counterparts, winning…

The Maritime Reporters' Association of Nigeria (MARAN) is set to host a pivotal event, "Navigating the Nigeria-Peoples Republic Of China Currency Swap: Opportunities and Challenges for Import, Export and Maritime Business," on April 15, 2025, at the Rockview Hotel in Lagos. This landmark event aims to bring together critical stakeholders in the import and export business, policy-makers, and government agencies to examine the Nigeria-China Currency Swap deal and its implications on the maritime industry. The currency swap agreement, worth 15 billion Yuan ($2 billion), enables the direct exchange of the Chinese Yuan and the Nigerian naira, bypassing the US dollar.…

The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service has expressed his deepest gratitude to all Muslim members for the joyous celebration of Eid-el-Fitr, a significant Islamic holiday marking the end of Ramadan. In a heartfelt message, the Customs General acknowledged the vital role Muslim personnel play in the service, praising their dedication, hard work, and commitment to the Nigeria Customs Service's goals and objectives. He emphasized the importance of unity, tolerance, and mutual respect among people of different faiths and backgrounds. The Customs General's appreciation is a testament to the strong bond between the Nigeria Customs Service and its Muslim personnel.…

The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service has expressed his deepest gratitude to all Muslim members for their joyous celebration of Eid-el-Fitr, a significant Islamic holiday marking the end of Ramadan. In a heartfelt message, the Customs General acknowledged the vital role Muslim personnel play in the service, praising their dedication, hard work, and commitment to the Nigeria Customs Service's goals and objectives. He emphasized the importance of unity, tolerance, and mutual respect among people of different faiths and backgrounds. The Customs General's appreciation is a testament to the strong bond between the Nigeria Customs Service and its Muslim personnel.…

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) is thrilled to join the Muslim community in Nigeria and across the maritime sector in celebrating Eid-Al-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan. In a heartfelt message, the Director General of NIMASA expressed his warmest greetings to all Muslims, acknowledging the significance of this joyous occasion. "This is a time to embrace the values of compassion, unity, and generosity, which are essential in fostering harmony and progress in our society," he stated. The DG reaffirmed NIMASA's commitment to ensuring a safer, more prosperous, and globally competitive maritime sector, reflecting the resilience and dedication…

The Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN) has elected Comrade Francis Bunu as its new President General, marking the beginning of a new era in the union's leadership. This development took place at the union's 6th Delegates Conference held in Lagos, where Bunu emerged unopposed as the President General. Bunu, who previously served as the Deputy President General of the union, brings over 24 years of experience as a seasoned seafarer to his new role. He has worked onboard various vessels both within Nigeria and internationally, and has been a prominent figure within the MWUN leadership. The new President General…

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has launched a campaign to eliminate war risk insurance premiums on Nigeria-bound cargo, which currently costs the country over $400 billion annually. This financial burden was initially introduced during the height of Niger Delta militancy and piracy, but with Nigeria's improved security status, NIMASA is pushing for the removal of these excessive premiums ¹. War risk insurance (WRI) comprises two key components: war risk liability and war risk hull. Despite Nigeria's progress in securing its waters and eliminating piracy, international shipping companies continue to impose WRI premiums on Nigeria-bound cargoes. In the…

In an extraordinary display of corporate kindness, Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited has donated a stunning four-bedroom, three-parlour duplex worth N70 million to Kelly Igberhi, a talented visually impaired comedian known as Kellyblind. The documents for the luxurious property, located in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos State, were presented to Kellyblind on Monday, March 24, 2025, at Tantita's Head Office in Delta State. This generous gesture is part of Tantita Security's commitment to its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. According to Godfrey Tare Pondi, General Manager (Operations) at Tantita Security, the donation reflects the company's dedication to not only safeguarding pipelines but also…

The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has commended Nigeria for its remarkable progress in implementing the International Ships and Ports Facility Security (ISPS) Code. This endorsement comes after a thorough assessment of Nigerian ports by a USCG team led by Joe Prince Larson . Larson's team visited several terminals and ports, including the Dangote Port and Lekki Free Trade Zones in Lagos, as well as private port facilities in Warri, Delta State. The team's findings revealed that Nigeria's compliance with the ISPS Code ranks among the best globally, with the level of compliance observed to be at par with some…

In a bizarre incident, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) intercepted $193,000 concealed in a carton of yogurt at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. The seizure was made possible by credible intelligence gathering and a vigilant baggage check on an inbound passenger . According to Comptroller Olumide Adebisi, the Customs Area Controller, the suspect, Kamilu Abdullahi Sarina, arrived in Nigeria from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on Ethiopian Airlines Flight No. 951. A detailed inspection of Sarina's luggage revealed the undeclared funds hidden inside the yogurt carton. The intercepted cash violates the Anti-Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act 2022 and the…