Category: Maritime

By Seun Ibiyemi The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has launched a coordinated maritime enforcement operation, code-named “Operation Blue-Green,” across key operational areas in Lagos as part of efforts to strengthen compliance, maritime security and revenue generation. The operation involved the deployment of assets under the Integrated National Security and Waterways Protection Infrastructure,…

By Seun Ibiyemi Experts and stakeholders at the 4th Ehingbeti Maritime Hub Summit have called for the establishment of a dedicated Coastal Resilience Fund to finance coastal protection, infrastructure development and community empowerment across Nigeria. The call was made at the summit held at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, where participants examined the legal,…

By Seun Ibiyemi Chairman of SIFAX Group, Dr Taiwo Afolabi, has called for greater integration of economic investment into global conflict-prevention efforts, arguing that infrastructure, employment and economic opportunities can help address conditions that contribute to instability. Afolabi made the call in New York, United States, while speaking at the United Nations General Assembly High-Level…

By Seun Ibiyemi The Nigerian Ports Economic Regulatory Agency (NPERA) has expressed readiness to partner the Aromire-Eko Empowerment Foundation on programmes focused on youth empowerment, skills acquisition, training and job creation. The Director-General/Chief Executive Officer of NPERA, Dr Akutah Pius, MON, disclosed this when officials of the foundation, led by its Head, Prince Sijuade Ojora,…

By Seun Ibiyemi The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, has formally unveiled its Blue Economy Accelerator Programme, BEAP, seeking stronger investment, financing and regulatory support for Nigerian startups developing solutions for the maritime sector. The programme was launched in Lagos on Wednesday during a high-level interactive session involving the organised private sector, development…

By Seun Ibiyemi The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening indigenous capacity in the maritime sector, insisting that Nigerian-flagged vessels should receive priority under the Cabotage regime. NIMASA Director-General, Dr Dayo Mobereola, stated this on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, during a tour of the African Pioneer Lagos, an…

By Seun Ibiyemi Nigeria’s maritime industry is set to gain from lower shipping costs and improved trade efficiency following the United States’ decision to remove a 12-year security restriction on vessels operating between the two countries. The U.S. Government said the lifting of the Condition of Entry (CoE) restriction would reduce security-related requirements and associated…

By Seun Ibiyemi Nigeria’s Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, has urged Danish investors and businesses to explore the growing investment opportunities in Nigeria’s marine and blue economy, promising attractive incentives, strong commercial prospects and an increasingly private-sector-driven business environment. Oyetola made the call in Copenhagen, Denmark, during a bilateral meeting with…

By Seun Ibiyemi The Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) has honoured two of its distinguished professionals, Prince Gbadamosi Hakeem and Captain Shakirudeen Lamidi, as they retire from active service after completing 35 years of meritorious service in the Lagos State Civil Service. The authority described the retirees as accomplished professionals whose careers contributed significantly to…

By Seun Ibiyemi The Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) has announced the successful completion of the fourth module of its Ferry Safety Development and Mentoring Programme, with participants receiving practical training on marine engine systems. The module, titled “Introduction to Engine Systems,” was delivered throughout August 2026 as part of efforts to strengthen the technical…