NZ Reveals Cost of Special Visa for Pacific Islanders
New Zealand's Pacific Access Category Resident Visa costs NZD 1,389, offering indefinite residency to citizens of Fiji, Kiribati, Tonga, and Tuvalu, with 650 spots in 2026.
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Indonesia Proposes Higher Visa on Arrival Fees for 2026
Indonesia's immigration chief proposed raising Visa on Arrival fees to 750,000 rupiah for e-VOA and 1 million rupiah at airports, pending approval.
Lekki Port Secures MSC Shipping Service to Global Markets
Lekki Port welcomes MSC's weekly feeder service via Lomé, boosting Nigeria's trade links to Europe, Asia, and the Americas, enhancing import/export efficiency.
BUA Invests $85M in Port Harcourt Terminal Expansion
BUA Group's $85 million Port Harcourt terminal expansion is set to handle over 2 million tonnes of raw materials annually, with NPA projecting 13-14% cargo throughput growth.
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Asian Countries Offering Visa-on-Arrival and eTA to Nigerians in 2026
Nigerian passport holders can now travel to several Asian countries like Sri Lanka, Maldives, and Cambodia with visa-on-arrival or eTA, simplifying short visits for tourism and business.
UAE: 3 Documents Needed for Family Residence Visa, Fee, Steps
The UAE has outlined three required documents for a family residence visa, the application process, and the permit fee of AED 200 for foreign residents.
37 Ships with Petroleum, Food Expected at Lagos Ports
The Nigerian Ports Authority announces 37 ships carrying petroleum products, food items, and other goods are expected at Apapa, Lekki, and Tincan Island ports on Tuesday.
Lekki Port Phase 2 to Begin Soon, Sanwo-Olu Announces
Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu announced the imminent start of Lekki Port Phase 2, aiming to boost maritime capacity and trade under AfCFTA.
FG warns contractors against road closures beyond 14 days
The Federal Government has warned contractors against blocking roads for more than 14 days, issuing a 72-hour ultimatum to GELD Construction on Abuja-Lokoja Expressway.
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Fighting Marine Litter for Nigeria's Blue Economy
Marine litter threatens Nigeria's blue economy, costing billions. Private sector, government, and communities join forces to curb plastic waste, protect waterways, and sustain fisheries, tourism, and trade.
Nigeria, West Africa Face High Container Shipping Costs
Shippers in Nigeria and West Africa face higher freight costs as CMA CGM imposes $500 per TEU peak season surcharge on South-East Asia cargo.
Underused truck parks fuel Lagos port congestion
Truck operators bypass approved transit parks, causing persistent gridlock at Lagos ports. Stakeholders call for audit and enforcement of ETO system rules.
Boat Operators Seek Financial Support Amid FG's N14.6bn Plan
Boat operators call for government financial support despite FG's N14.6 billion vessel purchase plan, citing high costs and economic challenges.
Infant Among Four Dead in Delta Train Derailment
Federal Ministry of Transportation confirms an infant died in a train derailment in Delta, with 482 onboard. Four coaches capsized, 24 seriously injured.
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Chinese Firm Starts Abia Seaport Feasibility Study
Governor Alex Otti announces China Harbour Engineering Company has begun a feasibility study for the proposed Abia Seaport in Azumini, aiming to boost regional trade.
FG to Use EU's €59m to Combat Illegal Fishing in Gulf of Guinea
Nigeria will leverage the €59 million West Africa Sustainable Ocean Programme to tackle illegal fishing, enhance surveillance, and strengthen marine resource management.
FG Seeks EU Funds to Fight Illegal Fishing
Nigeria aims to leverage a €59 million EU-backed programme to strengthen enforcement against illegal fishing, which threatens marine resources and coastal livelihoods.
NIMASA, Malta Partner to Boost Nigeria's Ship Registry
NIMASA and Malta Ship Registry discuss collaboration on ship registration, digital transformation, and capacity building to enhance Nigeria's maritime sector.
Govt Urged on Green Ports, Welfare for Dockworkers
NLC Vice President calls for worker-centered green port transition at SCAN Dockworkers' Day 2026, emphasizing welfare, training, and sustainable infrastructure.
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NIWA Pledges Cleaner, More Resilient Inland Waterways
NIWA's acting MD reaffirms commitment to clean, safe, sustainable waterways amid urbanisation and climate change challenges on World Environment Day 2026.
NSML Gets UK Certification for Maritime Training
NSML's MCOE secures UK Nautical Institute certification, enhancing Nigeria's global maritime training capacity and seafarer competitiveness.
Agge Deep Seaport: FG Targets Jobs, Investment in Niger Delta
The Federal Government reaffirms commitment to Agge Deep Sea Port in Bayelsa, aiming to create thousands of jobs and boost investment in the Niger Delta region.
Marine Ministry Seeks Fresh Funding for Blue Economy
Nigeria's Marine Ministry plans to partner with Jaiz Bank to attract investment into maritime infrastructure, inland waterways, fisheries, and aquaculture, unlocking the blue economy's potential.
NSML Centre Gets UK Nod to Boost Nigeria's Maritime Sector
NSML's Maritime Centre of Excellence secures UK Nautical Institute certification, enhancing Nigeria's global maritime training and seafarer competitiveness.
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Africa's Deep Seaport Investments May Benefit Foreign Firms
Experts warn that Africa's billions in deep seaport construction may enrich foreign firms due to lack of strategic national fleets, urging investment in marine assets.
Nigeria loses $15bn yearly to foreign maritime firms
Nigeria loses $15bn annually to foreign ship chandlers, with over 95% of local firms shut down and 25,000 jobs lost due to bureaucracy and high costs.
African ports risk losing trade leverage to global hubs
African ports face losing competitiveness due to weak digital infrastructure and regulatory gaps as autonomous shipping advances, warns the African Maritime Council.
Fresh Concerns Over CVFF Delay as 60 Operators Await $25m
Stakeholders raise concerns over the delay in disbursing the Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund, with 60 indigenous operators still waiting for loans 132 days after the portal launch.
Lagos anchorage delay costs operators $250,000 per ship
Vessel operators lose over $250,000 per ship due to prolonged anchorage delays at Lagos ports, eroding profits and disrupting logistics chains.
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FG Urged to Revisit Ban on Vehicle Import via Land Borders
Nine years after the ban on vehicle imports through land borders, stakeholders urge the Federal Government to review the policy, citing inflation, revenue losses, and hardship.
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