Rivers Community Demands FG Action on Oil Pollution
Leaders in Rivers State's Kpean community demand urgent federal action over a massive oil spill destroying farmlands and rivers. They accuse FG, Shell, and NNPCL of negligence.
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Lagos buried in waste as residents fear health disaster
Lagos is drowning in refuse as piles of waste block roads and drains across the city. Residents and health experts warn of an imminent public health crisis, with diseases like cholera and Lassa fever looming. Read more.
Investor Fatigue, $14bn Gap Stall Nigeria's Deep-Seaports
Nigeria's ambition to become West Africa's maritime hub is faltering as seven deep-seaport projects stall, needing $14bn. Lekki Port operates at just 20% capacity. Experts urge policy review and a 'Prioritisation Matrix'.
Maritime Drug Smuggling Threatens Nigeria's Ports
A new report reveals criminal gangs are using 'legitimate' forwarding businesses to move drugs via commercial vessels. SEREC calls for urgent tech and institutional reforms to secure Nigeria's ports and supply chains. Read more.
APM Terminals, BMS Sign Deal to Enhance Lagos Port Operations
APM Terminals and Barging Marine Solutions sign exclusive lease to expand Apapa port services, aiming to ease congestion and boost trade capacity. Read the full story.
Seafarers Seek Tax Clarity Ahead of 2026 Regime
Nigerian maritime stakeholders call for tax exemptions and clear guidelines for seafarers before the 2026 tax reform. They warn the new regime could unfairly burden this vital workforce.
How Strategy Cleared Mile 2-Tin Can Port Gridlock
Former Tin Can Island Port Manager, Sylvester Egede, details the non-coercive strategy that ended the notorious Mile 2 port corridor traffic. Learn the key lessons for solving national problems. Read more.
NSML revives SCDP, inducts 21 cadets for global maritime
NLNG Ship Management Limited relaunches its Seafarers Cadetship Development Programme, inducting 21 cadets from MAN Oron and NMU to address the global manpower shortage and boost Nigeria's maritime capacity.
Navy rescues 20 from burning ship in Cross River
The Nigerian Navy saved 20 crew members after their vessel caught fire on the Calabar waterways. One crew member is missing as search operations continue. Read the full story.
Navy Saves 20 from Burning Ship off Calabar
The Nigerian Navy rescued 20 crew members after their vessel, MV Chimba Express, caught fire on the Calabar waterways. One crew member remains missing as search efforts continue. Read the full report.
Lagos Issues 3-Day Ultimatum to Ikorodu Steel Companies
LASEPA orders six steel firms in Odogunyan, Ikorodu, to install pollution controls within 72 hours or face sanctions. The move follows alarming air quality data and resident complaints.
First Woman Appointed as NUPRC CEO, WIME Lauds Tinubu
Women in Maritime & Energy (WIME) commends President Tinubu for appointing Mrs. Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan as the first female Chief Executive of Nigeria's upstream oil regulator. Read more on this milestone for gender inclusion.
24-Hour Security Activated for Lagos Ports During Yuletide
The NPA Police Western Command has intensified round-the-clock land and water patrols across Lagos port corridors to ensure safety this festive season. Stay vigilant and report suspicious activity.
Ogun suspends 3 firms for environmental pollution
Ogun State Government suspends three environmental consultancy firms for negligence in enforcing pollution laws at battery recycling plants in Ogijo. Read the full report.
Navy Hands Over 58 Bags of Smuggled Rice to Customs
Nigerian Navy Ship BEECROFT has transferred 58 seized bags of foreign parboiled rice to Customs. The interception highlights ongoing efforts to curb smuggling in Lagos waters.
US Pursues Third Oil Tanker in Caribbean Near Venezuela
The US Coast Guard is actively pursuing another sanctioned oil tanker near Venezuela, intensifying pressure on Caracas's oil sector. This follows the recent seizure of the 'Centuries' tanker. Get the latest details.
University, Worship Centre in Noise Pollution Dispute
Augustine University in Epe pleads with LASEPA as loudspeakers from Ori Oke Iyanu disrupt studies and health. The VC reports a staff member hospitalized. Read the full story.
Nigeria Launches PCB Treatment Centre to Tackle Hazardous Waste
Nigeria inaugurates a state-of-the-art PCB treatment facility in Abuja, a major step in combating chemical pollution and protecting public health under the Stockholm Convention. Read more.
FG Issues Bakassi Deep Seaport Compliance Certificate
Cross River Governor Bassey Otu receives Federal Government's compliance certificate for the $3.5 billion Bakassi Deep Seaport, hailing it as a game-changer for Nigeria's maritime economy. Read more.
NSC Chief: Nigeria Must Remove Barriers to Regional Trade
NSC CEO Pius Akutah urges Nigeria to become a maritime hub, detailing reforms in ports, dry ports, transit parks & dispute resolution saving billions. A must-read for business.
Industry Leaders Demand Urgent Cybersecurity Framework for Maritime
Maritime experts warn of rising AI-driven cyberattacks on Nigeria's ports and vessels. Stakeholders push for a national cybersecurity framework to protect trade and national security. Read the full report.
Nigeria risks missing blue-economy boom, NSE warns
Nigerian engineers warn policy gaps and outdated tech threaten Nigeria's share of the multi-trillion dollar blue economy. Urgent action needed to harness ocean wealth.
N37.59tr Maritime Trade Renews Call for Local Shipping
Nigeria's massive N37.59 trillion sea trade in Q3 2025 highlights a critical need for a strong indigenous shipping industry. Experts warn of billions in annual losses and urge action on the dormant Cabotage Fund to reclaim maritime wealth.
Vietnam's Toxic Plastic Recycling Villages Exposed
In Vietnam's recycling villages, workers face severe health risks from toxic pollution while processing 1.8 million tonnes of plastic waste annually. Discover the hidden cost of the global waste trade.
Nigeria risks losing maritime race to Indonesia
Nigeria is falling behind Indonesia in the blue economy race, warns Maritime Innovations Hub CEO Ronke Kosoko. Urgent investment and action are needed to close the gap. Read more.
Shipping lines decry $4.6m stowaway fines in Nigeria
Shipping lines in Nigeria pay $4.6 million annually to repatriate stowaways, despite paying security fees in dollars. SAN Chairman Boma Alabi criticizes the failed security system.
2,300 Stowaways Annually at Nigerian Ports
The Shipping Association of Nigeria reports 2,300 security breaches by stowaways yearly, costing firms $2,000 per case. Port security agencies dispute the figures. Read more.
Nigerian Shippers Protest Hostile Port System, High Costs
Nigerian shippers raise alarm over excessive levies, delays, and corruption at seaports, threatening trade. Calls for Single Window implementation grow. Read more.
UK PACT Tackles Air Pollution in Nigeria's Transport Sector
UK PACT launches a national project to equip Nigerian businesses with tools to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution from transport, aiming to save lives and boost green growth.
Cartels Smuggle Drugs in Livestock Vessels to Europe
International drug cartels are exploiting filthy livestock ships to smuggle tonnes of cocaine into Europe. Learn how poor sanitary conditions create a 'logistical nightmare' for authorities.
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