Category: Maritime

By Seun Ibiyemi A fresh controversy has erupted in Nigeria’s maritime sector as Principal Consultant, International Trade Advisory Services, Okey Ibeke, accused Grimaldi Agency Nigeria of violating customs regulations through the alleged sale of 2,500 shipping containers without proper conversion and payment of duties. Ibeke, in a strongly worded statement issued on Thursday, dismissed Grimaldi’s…

By Seun Ibiyemi SIFAX Group has reaffirmed its commitment to the welfare, safety and professional development of dockworkers while advocating sustainable port operations as the Nigerian maritime industry embraces environmentally friendly practices. The Group Executive Chairman of SIFAX Group, Dr. Taiwo Afolabi, made the commitment in a goodwill message delivered at the 2026 Dockworkers’ Day…

By Seun Ibiyemi The Federal Government has issued a stern warning to employers of dock labour across the nation’s ports, declaring that it will no longer tolerate any organisation that fails to prioritise the welfare, safety and wellbeing of dockworkers. The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, who was represented by NPA…

By Seun Ibiyemi The National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) has called for the adoption of sustainable and environmentally friendly practices across Nigeria’s ports, stressing that safety and environmental responsibility must remain central to maritime operations. The Lagos Area Manager NIWA, Engr. Sarat Braimah represented by Assistant Manager Operation, Engr. Kevin Abbah made the call in…

By Seun Ibiyemi After years of shaping maritime discourse on global platforms, renowned maritime policy expert and former Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dakuku Peterside, is set to make a highly anticipated return to the Nigerian maritime conference circuit as a keynote speaker at the 8th WISTA Africa Regional…

By Seun Ibiyemi The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening maritime cooperation and capacity development across Africa as part of efforts to unlock the continent’s vast Blue Economy potential. Director General of NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, stated this during a meeting with the Honorary Consul of the Republic…

By Seun Ibiyemi The Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, Dayo Mobereola, has called on the Muslim ummah and Nigerians at large to imbibe the spirit of sacrifice, unity and patriotism as they celebrate this year’s Eid al-Adha. Mobereola made the call in his goodwill message to staff of the agency,…

…urges calm over supreme court judgment By Seun Ibiyemi The Acting Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Umar Yusuf Girei, has issued a stern warning to boat operators across the country to strictly adhere to waterways safety regulations during the forthcoming Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. Girei gave the warning during…

By Seun Ibiyemi The Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) has congratulated Muslim faithful and waterways users in Lagos State on the celebration of Eid-el-Adha, while urging strict compliance with safety regulations during the festive period. In a statement issued by its Corporate Communications Department, the authority advised commuters and boat operators to prioritise safety, especially…

…Seizes 120 damaged life jackets By Seun Ibiyemi The Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) has intensified safety inspections across major ferry terminals and jetties in Lagos as part of efforts to enforce compliance with waterways safety regulations and improve operational standards. The agency disclosed that the enforcement exercise covered several terminals and jetties, including Ipakodo,…