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The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) announced on Sunday that the black box of the helicopter that crashed in Bonny on October 24 has been recovered. This significant breakthrough was achieved through collaborative efforts with the Nigerian Navy, Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB), NNPCL, HydroDive, and other local and international search and rescue partners. Recovery Efforts The recovered black box includes the Flight Data Recorder (FDR) and Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) from the Sikorsky SK76 helicopter with registration 5N BQG. Alongside the black box, over 80% of the helicopter wreck has been recovered, including: •⁠  ⁠Rotor and three…

  The Apapa Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has handed over six containers of expired and unapproved pharmaceuticals to the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) . The seized items, intercepted at Apapa Port, include unapproved doses of tramadol, codeine cough syrups, injections, and other controlled substances deemed harmful to public health. Customs Area Controller Apapa Command, Comptroller Babatunde Olomu emphasized the Command's dedication to safeguarding Nigerians from hazardous imports and the importance of inter-agency collaboration in enforcing safety standards . Key Highlights Seizures: 36…

The Maritime Journalists Training Workshop 2024 commenced today at the Apapa Customs Auditorium, with Innocent Orok, Chairman of the Planning Committee, delivering the welcome address. Orok began by acknowledging the esteemed guests, including the Comptroller General of Customs, BA. Adeniyi MFR; Assistant Comptroller General of Customs, Zone 'A', ACG Saidu Yusuf; and Comptroller Dera Nnadi Mni, Customs Area Controller, Tin Can Island Port Command. The Birth of the Workshop The workshop was inspired by a discussion on the Maritime Elders Whatsapp Platform, where Comptroller Dera Nnadi shared an article highlighting challenges in ports and the need for maritime media personnel…

The Maritime Reporters' Association of Nigeria (MARAN) is set to host its 2024 Annual Maritime Lecture (MAMAL) on November 21, 2024, at Providence Hotel, Ikeja GRA, Lagos. The event promises to be a powerhouse gathering, with Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, and Dr. Segun Awolowo, Secretary of AfCFTA Nigeria, among the distinguished guests . AfCFTA: Overcoming Trade Barriers and Boosting Regional Growth This year's lecture, themed "AfCFTA: Dismantling Trade Barriers, Navigating Regional Trade," will delve into the pressing issues surrounding the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Industry leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders…

Nigeria has formally expressed its interest in seeking election into Category "C" of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council, citing its commitment to upholding key conventions such as the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) and the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code. Honorable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, made the announcement at the 2024 World Maritime Day parallel event in Barcelona, Spain, highlighting Nigeria's dedication to ensuring the safety of international shipping. He noted that the country has not recorded any piracy incidents in the last three years, as confirmed by the International Maritime…

Warredi Enisuoh, Executive Director of Technical and Operations at Tantita Security Services Limited, has reiterated the company's dedication to combating crude oil theft, increasing oil production, and improving community livelihoods . Speaking at the 1st Pan-Ijaw Economic Summit 2024 in Yenagoa, Captain Enisuoh emphasized the importance of effective security measures for Nigeria's public infrastructure and oil reserves. Highlights: Combating Crude Oil Theft: Tantita Security Services Limited is committed to tackling illegal bunkering through a comprehensive strategy that includes education and engagement with those involved. Carbon Capture Initiative: Captain Enisuoh advocates for the establishment and utilization of carbon streaming to generate…

The Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola, has extended warm felicitations to the Honorable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, on his 70th birthday . In a heartfelt message on his social media handle @MobereolaD, Dr. Mobereola praised Minister Oyetola's leadership, dedication, and commitment to their shared cause, describing him as "truly inspiring" . He expressed gratitude for the opportunity to work alongside such a talented and visionary leader. Dr. Mobereola's message read: "On this special day, I want to take a moment to wish you a very happy birthday! May…

In a major breakthrough, the Nigeria Customs Service, Apapa Port Command, has foiled an attempt to smuggle illicit drugs worth a staggering N1.183 billion into the country , The seized drugs, which included 236,783 bottles of cough syrup containing codeine and Barcadin cough syrup, were packed in 2,174 cartons across four 40ft containers . Seizure Details Three containers were seized at APM Terminals, while one was seized at Kachicares Bonded Terminal The smugglers had expired CSP cough syrup in 34,800 bottles, packed in 174 cartons with 200 bottles per carton . Another container had 39,700 bottles of DSP cough syrup…

In a significant move to enhance intra-African trade, Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, met with AfCFTA Secretary General, Wamkele Mene, at the Biashara Afrika 2024 forum in Kigali, Rwanda. This high-level engagement aimed to refine strategies for improving trade facilitation under the AfCFTA agreement. Key Discussion Points: •⁠  ⁠Addressing Bottlenecks: Discussions focused on tackling existing challenges and encouraging small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to leverage AfCFTA opportunities. •⁠  ⁠Customs Role: Emphasis was placed on the critical role of Customs in facilitating trade. •⁠  ⁠Nigeria Customs Service Initiatives: The AfCFTA Secretary General praised the NCS for its progressive initiatives, including…