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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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 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.
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 pledges technical support for Nigeria's port automation, offering expertise from 52 automated ports. Partnership includes maritime training and digital infrastructure development.
China offers technical support to modernize Nigeria's seaports, including automation and digital systems. Partnership aims to boost trade efficiency and maritime security.
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!
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.
South Korean ferry with 267 passengers grounded near Jogdo Island, injuring 27. Crew members arrested for negligence. Investigation ongoing amid Sewol disaster memories.
CIoTA Nigeria urges coordinated air, land & marine transport policies into a National Integrated Transport Policy to boost investment & multimodality. Read the full communique.
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.
Nigeria's low 15% maritime GDP contribution sparks urgent PPP drive to unlock N22.12 trillion blue economy potential through fisheries, tourism and port modernization.
Truck park owners in Onne, Rivers State, embrace the NPA's Electronic Call-Up System to tackle gridlock and extortion. Stakeholders say it will restore order and boost port efficiency.
Maritime stakeholders call for urgent modernization of Nigeria's transport laws to compete globally. Experts warn outdated regulations threaten blue economy ambitions.
Lagos State Truck Operators commend Apapa Port Manager Adebowale Lawal's 24/7 dedication that resolved export truck gridlock. Discover how his leadership transformed port access roads.
Nigeria's Minister Adegboyega Oyetola elected to chair regional committee combating illegal fishing. New initiative aims to protect marine resources across West Africa through coordinated action.
NPA's revitalisation of Warri and Koko ports is decentralising economic opportunities, handling 293,013 metric tonnes of cargo. Discover how this strategic move benefits Nigeria.
IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez affirms the shipping sector's commitment to its 2050 decarbonization goal, despite contentious US negotiation tactics at the October 2025 meeting.
The Nigerian Navy saved 10 crew members from the sinking MV SEMA III near Calabar. Read about the dramatic rescue and the Navy's enhanced maritime security efforts.
Nigeria suffers $6-8 billion annual freight loss due to delayed CVFF disbursement and unemployed seafarers. Indigenous fleet collapses from 24 to 4 vessels. Learn how this crisis affects our economy.
NPA MD Dr Abubakar Dantsoho emphasizes collective action for Africa's port growth at PMAWCA 2025. Learn how regional cooperation will drive maritime development.
The Nigerian Ports Authority expresses deep concern as local importers and exporters fail to maximize Africa's deepest seaport, raising questions about economic priorities.
Nigeria Ports Authority exposes shocking underutilization of Lekki Deep Sea Port as local businesses fail to leverage Africa's deepest port facility, missing massive trade opportunities.
Nigeria's Maritime Minister Adegboyega Oyetola reveals how the South-South region holds the key to unlocking Nigeria's multi-billion dollar blue economy potential through strategic investment and development.
Nigeria's Minister of Transportation unveils ambitious ferry transportation initiative to boost economic growth, create jobs, and transform waterway connectivity across the nation.