Author: Kenneth Jukpor
The National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders (NAGAFF) has commenced plans to celebrate its silver jubilee in November 2024. NAGAFF President, Chief Tochukwu Ezisi, revealed this while briefing journalists after the association’s National Executive Council Meeting on Tuesday. His words: “We had our NEC meeting today and reflected on the association history and set a roadmap for the next six months. The journey hasn’t been easy but I must say that I have been very impressed with the performance of my national executives. Some strategies to address our challenges have been discussed at the NEC meeting.” “The good thing…
NSC holds strategic training for mid-level officials The Nigerian Shipping and Port Economic Regulatory Agency Bill 2023, which seeks to repeal the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) Act Cap N133 Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, is currently awaiting passage by the Senate after successful passage by the House of Representatives. NSC’s Executive Secretary, Barr. Pius Akutah MON, revealed this during the opening ceremony of the 2024 Operational Retreat for Middle Level Management officers of the Council in Lagos on Friday. His words: “Just last week, the House of Representatives passed our bill, the Nigerian Shipping and Port Economic Regulatory Agency…
Umar, Chilaka make case for indigenous cargoes How NIMASA dumped cargo sharing for Maritime Safety, Cabotage – Ogadi The House of Representatives has criticized the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) for not honouring an invitation to discuss cargo reservation and other shipping issues at a strategic summit and book launch. House Committee on Maritime Safety, Education and Administration made this criticism at the launch of Dr. Edmund Chilaka’s book titled “Nigeria’s Shipping Policy and Maritime Trade up to the Early 21st Century ” Speaking at the event, Chairman, House Committee on Maritime Safety, Education and Administration, Hon. Khadija…
Maritime trade not properly captured in national GDP Despite the creation of a Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy by President Bola Tinubu, maritime stakeholders have decried the inadequate capturing of the sector’s contribution to nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Stakeholders made this observation while speaking at a breakfast meeting organized by Maritime Reporters’ Association of Nigeria (MARAN) themed: “Trade Facilitation and President Tinubu’s Economic Agenda: Matters Arising” The Founder, Center for Promotion of Public Enterprises (CPPE), Dr. Muda Yusuf, emphasized this in his keynote address at the event, stating that it is insufficient to categorize the sector under marine…
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has appointed the President of Nigerian Chamber of Shipping (NCS), Mr. Aminu Umar, as the first African member of the ICS Board. NCS Director General, Mrs. Vivian Chimezie-Azubuike, disclosed this in a press statement disseminated on Thursday. Aminu Umar’s appointment on the ICS Board marks a significant milestone for the NCS President and for Nigeria’s maritime sector on the global stage. Expressing his gratitude for the appointment, Umar said, “I am honored to represent Nigeria and contribute to the global efforts of the International Chamber of Shipping. This appointment is a testament to the…
TCIP Customs 2024 revenue hits N669bn In line with the policy thrust of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR, anchored on engagements and consolidation, the new Zonal Coordinator Zone A, ACG Saidu Yusuf, visited the Tin Can Island Port (TCIP) Command on Wednesday. ACG Yusuf expressed satisfaction with the performance of the Command’s officers, opining that the high-level of seizures, ever-increasing revenue as well as the Command’s pilot status for Time Release Study (TRS) underscores the diligence of the operatives. While applauding the TCIP Command Area Controller, Comptroller Dera Nnadi mni, the Zonal Controller urged the Tin Can…
President Brice Oligui Nguema of Gabon has invited the President of Dangote Industries Limited (DIL), Aliko Dangote to invest in Cement and Fertiliser production in Gabon. The Gabonese President urged Dangote to explore potential investment opportunities in the country’s cement and fertilizer sectors, specifically urea and phosphate production. During the visit, Dangote engaged in discussions with President Nguema and other top government officials and the talks focused on how Dangote Industries could contribute to Gabon’s economic growth by establishing cement and fertilizer plants, which are vital for the country’s infrastructure development and agricultural productivity. President Nguema expressed enthusiasm about the…
…uncovers expired pharmaceuticals, cutlasses, frozen poultry products, others Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted seven illegally imported containers containing cutlasses, frozen poultry products, used clothing, among others, at Apapa port. The Customs Area Controller, Apapa Command, Comptroller Babatunde Olomu, disclosed this in a press statement signed by the Command’s spokesperson, Abubakar Usman, on Friday. Part of the press statement read: “On Thursday, 18 July 2024, the command seized 2x40ft containers carrying 12,000 pieces of cutlass and machete; 2x40ft carrying 4,129 packages of frozen hen; 1x40ft container carrying 368 jumbo bales of used second hand clothing; and 1x40ft container of expired…
By Rukayat Moisemhe The Postmaster General of the Federation, Ms Tola Odeyemi, has stated that the country is revamping and upgrading its logistics and courier processes to a world class standard for enhanced international mail exchange. Odeyemi made this known at the Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce (NBCC) event, “NBCC meets Postmaster General” on Thursday in Lagos, with the event themed: “Repositioning Nigeria’s Logistics and Courier Service Sector for Sustainable Growth”. The Postmaster General stated that the Federal Government was committed to making the Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST) an affordable, last mile delivery hub solution for goods and services. She, however,…
His Imperial Majesty, Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi Ojaja 11, honoured Olufemi Iroko with the Royal African Young Leadership Forum (RAYLF) Awards, commending his statesmanship. The award was presented at the 4th edition of the Royal African Young Leadership Forum held on Saturday, in Ile-Ife, Osun State. Organised by the palace of the progenitor of the Yorubas, the event celebrates the achievements of 100 outstanding young African leaders and their contributions to their communities and industries. According to Ooni, from Lagos to Cape Town, Dakar to Accra, Kigali to Cairo, Africa needs its finest and most dedicated young demographic…