Ondo Deep Sea Port Receives Revalidated Licence
Ondo State secures revalidated licence for its deep-sea port, a major hub set to serve Nigeria and West Africa with 18-metre depth for large vessels. Read more.
Category : Maritime
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.
NPA Cargo Hits 33.5m Tonnes, Credits Tinubu's Policies
Nigerian Ports Authority records a massive 1,085% surge in export containers and 33.52 million metric tonnes cargo throughput in Q3 2025, driven by President Tinubu's export-focused economic policies. Read the full analysis.
US Firm Petitions IGP Over Vandalised Tanker in Nigeria
NUJENIX Corporation petitions IGP over alleged seizure and vandalism of its MT Thor tanker in Delta State. The US firm claims armed interference and contractual breach.
US Firm Petitions IGP Over MT Thor Tanker Vandalism
NUJENIX Corporation petitions IGP Egbetokun over alleged unlawful seizure & vandalism of MT Thor tanker in Nigeria, citing military interference. Read the full details.
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Nigerian engineers warn policy gaps and outdated tech threaten Nigeria's share of the multi-trillion dollar blue economy.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.
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.
NPA Records 1,085% Surge in Exports for Q3 2025
Nigerian Ports Authority reports a massive 1,085% jump in export containers, with total cargo throughput reaching 33.5 million metric tonnes in Q3 2025. Read the full analysis of Nigeria's booming maritime trade.
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.
Shippers Warn Multiple Taxes, Delays Crippling Lagos Ports
The Shippers Association of Lagos State warns illegal checkpoints and overlapping levies are pushing businesses out. Customs promises the National Single Window will fix delays by 2026. Read more.
FG Urged to Unlock N70tr Maritime Revenue for Debt
Olisa Agbakoba Legal urges FG to implement maritime reforms, unlocking N70 trillion yearly to service Nigeria's N152.4 trillion public debt and stop massive revenue losses.
Pacific Island Office Aids Sanctions-Busting Oil Smuggling
A beachside office in the Cook Islands is being used by dozens of tankers to smuggle Russian and Iranian oil, undermining Western sanctions. New Zealand expresses alarm. Read the full investigation.
WIME Congratulates Nigeria on IMO Category C Re-election
Women in Maritime and Energy (WIME) celebrates Nigeria's re-election to IMO Council Category C, calling it a win for Africa's maritime leadership and a boost for the blue economy. Read more.
Weak Standards Cost Nigeria N1 Trillion in Maritime
Maritime experts reveal Nigeria's blue economy loses N1 trillion yearly due to foreign dependence and weak standards. Discover how technical sovereignty could transform the sector.
Nigeria returns to IMO Council after 14 years
President Tinubu celebrates Nigeria's election to IMO Council after 14-year absence. A major win for maritime safety and blue economy ambitions. Read more!
Nigeria Returns to IMO Council After 14-Year Absence
Nigeria has regained its seat in Category C of the International Maritime Organization Council, strengthening its global maritime influence. NPA MD Dantsoho credits Minister Oyetola's leadership for this achievement.
Nigeria Returns to IMO Council After 14 Years
Nigeria elected to IMO Council Category C for 2026-2027 term after 14-year absence. Minister Oyetola says victory reflects global confidence in maritime reforms and Tinubu's blue economy agenda.
Digital Call-Up System Transforms Nigerian Port Operations
TTP's electronic call-up system Eto has scheduled over 3.38 million truck movements, reducing congestion and improving turnaround times at Lagos ports. Stakeholders urged to unite for continued progress.
China Supports Nigeria's Port Modernisation Drive
China pledges technical support for Nigeria's port automation, offering expertise from 52 automated ports. Partnership includes maritime training and digital infrastructure development.
China Backs Nigeria's Push for Digital Ports
China offers technical support to modernize Nigeria's seaports, including automation and digital systems. Partnership aims to boost trade efficiency and maritime security.
MARCON to Honour Dangote, Lekki Port with Awards
Aliko Dangote, Lekki Deep Seaport, and other key players are set to receive MARCON's 2025 Awards of Excellence for transforming Nigeria's maritime sector. Discover the full list of honourees!
Nigeria Loses Billions to Foreign Marine Experts
NIMENA chair Dr Eferebo Sylvanus reveals Nigeria loses billions annually to foreign marine expertise. Calls for indigenous classification body and technical sovereignty in maritime sector.
Ferry Carrying 267 Runs Aground, Crew Arrested
South Korean ferry with 267 passengers grounded near Jogdo Island, injuring 27. Crew members arrested for negligence. Investigation ongoing amid Sewol disaster memories.
CIoTA Calls for National Integrated Transport Policy
CIoTA Nigeria urges coordinated air, land & marine transport policies into a National Integrated Transport Policy to boost investment & multimodality. Read the full communique.
6,386 Cargoes Detained at Lagos Ports Cost N472.5M Daily
Over 6,386 imported containers face detention at Lagos ports, accumulating N472.5 million daily in demurrage charges. Maritime Police blamed for disrupting cargo clearance processes. Read full investigation.
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