…warns of economic risks By Seun Ibiyemi The Shipping Correspondents Association of Nigeria (SCAN) has expressed concern over delays in the renewal of port concession agreements in Nigeria, warning that the development poses significant risks to the maritime sector and the broader economy. In a statement issued on Sunday in Lagos, and signed by its…
…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…
By Seun Ibiyemi The Sea Empowerment and Research Centre (SEREC) has called for a review of the recent tariff increase announced by the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), warning that the adjustment could further raise the cost of doing business at Nigerian seaports. SEREC’s Head of Research, Eugene Nweke, made the call in a statement issued…
By Seun Ibiyemi The House of Representatives has intensified its investigation into alleged revenue leakages in Nigeria’s crude oil export chain, directing key government agencies to submit updated documents on pre-shipment inspection and the remittance of export proceeds. The directive was issued on Wednesday by an ad hoc committee of the House during a public…
By Seun Ibiyemi Nigeria’s maritime sector recorded a historic surge in activity in 2025, with total cargo throughput rising by 24.8 percent to 129.3 million metric tonnes, up from 103.6 million metric tonnes in 2024, according to the 2025 Operational Performance Report released by the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) on Tuesday. The report described the…
By Seun Ibiyemi Nigeria has agreed to serve as the pilot country for the formal implementation of the Regional Record of Authorised Fishing Vessels in West Africa, a move the government says reflects its belief that credible leadership must be matched by practical action to combat illegal fishing and strengthen marine governance across the Gulf…
Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO) has reinforced its commitment to sports development in Nigeria and across Africa, following the thrilling conclusion of the 2026 NPA Lagos International Polo Tournament, where Lagos STL triumphed in the prestigious Majekodunmi Cup. As headline sponsor of one of Africa’s oldest and most celebrated polo competitions, GTCO continues to…
By Adeyemi David Nigeria has pledged full infrastructural and operational support for the Combined Maritime Task Force in the Gulf of Guinea as part of efforts to strengthen regional security and tackle transnational crimes. President Bola Tinubu made the commitment during the 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of…
By Adeyemi David The Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority, Abubakar Dantsoho has called on traders and investors to leverage newly introduced export channels to reposition Nigeria in the global marketplace. Speaking during the 2026 NPA Special Day on Saturday, Dantsoho said the authority had rolled out simplified processes designed to dismantle long-standing bureaucratic bottlenecks…
A total of 18 ships are currently discharging petroleum products and other commodities at Apapa PortLagos, Nigeria”], Lekki Port”], and Tin-Can Island Port Nigerian Ports Authority announced on Saturday. The authority stated that the vessels are unloading a range of goods, including buck fertilizer, general cargo, bulk sugar, gasoline, bulk urea, condensate, bulk gypsum, and…
