Maritime workers raises alarm over rising theft at Lagos ports

…Urges tighter security at Quay Aprons By Seun Ibiyemi The Maritime Workers’ Union of Nigeria has raised concerns over increasing cases of theft at quay aprons in seaports across Lagos, warning that the trend poses a threat to maritime operations and safety. President-General of MWUN, Francis Bunu, expressed alarm following a recent incident involving the…

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Oyetola celebrates Greg Ogbeifun at 75, commends his contributions to Nigeria’s Marine and Blue Economy

The Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, His Excellency Dr Adegboyega Oyetola, CON, has congratulated Engr. Greg Ogbeifun, pioneer President of the Shipowners Association of Nigeria (SOAN) and Chairman of Starzs Investments Company Limited, on the occasion of his 75th birthday, describing him as a towering figure in Nigeria’s maritime industry. In a press…

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NIWA’s Ex-Boss Oyebamiji clinches Media-Friendly CEO Award as Oyetola commends reforms

The immediate past Managing Director of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO), has been honoured with the “Most Media Friendly Maritime CEO” Award, as the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, highlighted key safety, revenue, and regulatory reforms achieved under his leadership. The award, organised by the…

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FG commends NIMASA DG Mobereola over Nigeria’s election into IMO council

By Adeyemi David The Federal Government has commended the Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola, for his role in Nigeria’s successful election into Category C of the Council of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) for the 2026–2027 biennium. The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, conveyed…

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