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NPA MD, DANTSOHO RECEIVES AWARD OF EXCELLENCE  IN MARITIME INFRASTRUCTURE MODERNIZATION AND GLOBAL COMPETITIVENESS ‎

By Anne Ejuka
The Managing Director Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho has been honoured with award of Excellence in Maritime Infrastructure Modernization and Global Competitiveness by the President and Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. ‎ ‎ He received this award on Sunday 7th December, 2025 at the flagship Nigeria Excellence Awards in Public Service (NEAPS) which was held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. ‎ ‎The prestigious NAEPS Award is a presidential initiative coordinated by the Office of Secretary to the Government of the Federation to publicly recognize and decorates public servants who have demonstrated excellence in the discharge of their duties. ‎ ‎ Abubakar Dantsoho according to the organizers was recognized amongst other sterling performance scorecard for deepening efficiencies that catalyzed the attainment of national trade surplus through unprecedented growth in exports, set the pace for t...
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Compt. Gambo Visits Olubadan Of Ibadan ‎Reaffirms Commitment to Stronger Stakeholders Engagement ‎

By Anne Ejuka
The Customs Area Controller, Oyo/Osun Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service, Comptroller Gambo Iyere Aliyu, has reaffirmed his commitment to stronger stakeholders engagement within his jurisdiction. ‎ ‎He gave made this commitment on Sunday 07 Dec 25 when he paid a familiarisation visit to the Palace of the Olubadan of Ibadan land, where he emphasized on the importance of traditional leadership in fostering a secure and economically vibrant society. ‎ ‎ ‎ According to a press release issued by the Public Relations Officer of the command,  Assistant Superintendent of Customs I Abdulmalik Abiodun Akintola,  the Controller, while speaking during the visit expressed deep appreciation for the warm hospitality of His Imperial Majesty, the Olubadan of Ibadan land, and the invaluable support the Command continues to receive from the Palace and people of Ibadan. He noted that the courtesy visit was aimed at further strengthening the longstanding partnership between the Ni...
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Apapa Customs Seizes 25.5kg Cocaine Concealed in Brazilian Ship, Hands Over to NDLEA

By Anne Ejuka
The Apapa Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted a large consignment of cocaine weighing 25.5kg onboard a Brazilian ship, MV San Anthonio, which has been conseqeuntily detained at the Lagos port.  ‎ ‎The illicit drugs which were packaged in 24 parcels/slabs, were cleverly hidden in five bags discovered during a customs intelligence-led search. ‎ ‎The seizure, according to the Customs Area Controller of the Command, Comptroller  Emmanuel Oshoba  is a testament to the robust synergy between the NCS and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), he lauded the discovery, emphasizing that it was a direct result of collaborative efforts between the two agencies of government. ‎ ‎According to Comptroller Oshoba, Customs intelligence revealed that the ship had visited ports in Honduras, Guatemala and other suspected hubs for illicit drug trade before arriving in Nigeria. ‎ ‎ Oshoba reiterated the NCS’s commitment to ensuring tha...
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KLT Command Records Smooth Leadership Transition as New Acting Customs Area Controller Resumes Duty ‎

By Anne Ejuka
‎The Kirikiri Lighter Terminal (KLT) Command of the Nigeria Customs Service on Friday, December 5th, 2025, conducted a formal handing over and taking over ceremony, marking the assumption of office by the newly posted Acting Customs Area Controller, Deputy Comptroller BL Adigun, as he takes over from Assistant Comptroller General E. J. Edelduok, following her appointment into the management team of the Service. ‎ ‎The ceremony, which was held at the Command’s conference hall, brought together senior officers, representatives of partner agencies, and key stakeholders, who convened to witness a smooth and orderly transition of leadership in line with Customs’ administrative tradition. ‎ ‎In her handing over remarks, ACG Edelduok, according to a statement from the command's Public Relations Officer,  Chief Superintendent of Customs  CSC VU Ogagbor, expressed profound gratitude to the Comptroller-General of Customs and the management team for the privilege to serve at KLT. S...
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DC OLADAPO OLUKAYODE AFENI ASSUMES LEADERSHIP OF OGUN I AREA COMMAND ‎... Pledges to Promote Legitimate Trade ‎

By Anne Ejuka
The Comptroller General of Customs Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR PhD has appointed Deputy Comptroller of Customs Olukayode Oladapo Afeni as the Ag. Customs Area Controller, Ogun 1 Command. ‎ ‎The formal handover ceremony from Comptroller Godwin Otunla, held on Thursday, 4 December 2025 at the Command Headquarters, Idiroko, marked a smooth transition of leadership within one of the Customs most strategic land borders in the country. ‎ ‎According to a press release issued by the Public Relations Officer of the Command,,  Deputy Superintendent of Customs, DSC  Chado Zakari ANIPR,   Deputy Comptroller Afeni in his remarks, expressed gratitude to the Comptroller General of Customs, for the confidence reposed in him, pledging to consolidate the gains recorded in the areas of Trade Facilitation, Revenue Collection, and Anti Smuggling activities. ‎ ‎“It is a great honour to assume the leadership of Ogun1. I am fully aware of the unique operational environment of the com...
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GOC 81 DIVISION REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO ENHANCED SYNERGY WITH NIGERIAN AIR FORCE

By Anne Ejuka
  The General Officer Commanding (GOC) 81 Division, Nigerian Army, Major General Farouk Mijinyawa, has reiterated the Division's commitment to working closely with the Nigerian Air Force and other relevant security agencies to ensure the safety and security of lives and property across Lagos and Ogun States. He gave this assurance while receiving the Air Officer Commanding (AOC) Logistics Command, Nigerian Air Force, Air Vice Marshal Abubakar Suleh, who paid a courtesy visit to the Division's Headquarters in Victoria Island, Lagos, on 3 December 2025. ‎ ‎ Major General Mijinyawa attributed the prevailing calm and relative peace in the Division's Area of Responsibility to the robust synergy among the Armed Forces and other security agencies. He emphasized the strategic importance of Lagos and Ogun States as major commercial hubs, stressing that sustained collaboration among security agencies is crucial for maintaining peace, attracting investors, and boosting economic act...
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PHOTO NEWS:  ‎MD NPA RECIEVES PG MWUN, SUES FOR INDUSTRIAL HARMONY ‎

By Anne Ejuka
The Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho today  Wednesday 3rd December 2025,  received the President-General Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN), Comrade Francis Bunu, at the NPA Headquarters Marina-Lagos 
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CENTRAL NAVAL COMMAND LAUNCHES MAJOR MARITIME SECURITY DRILL TO COMBAT PIRACY, OIL THEFT

By Anne Ejuka
The Central Naval Command on TUESDAY 2 December 2025 flagged off Exercise EBI‑TORU, (Sea Protection) in Ijaw  a large‑scale inter‑agency maritime security exercise aimed at sharpening Nigeria’s response to piracy, crude oil theft, smuggling, and other threats within the nation’s maritime domain. ‎ ‎ In his address at the flag‑off ceremony, the Flag Officer Commanding Central Naval Command Rear Admiral Suleiman Ibrahim underscored the economic imperative of securing Nigeria’s waters, noting that the maritime sector handles the bulk of the country’s trillion Naira international trade. ‎ ‎“The maritime domain remains the lifeblood of our economy,” he stated. “Yet, we face evolving threats including illegal fishing, armed trafficking, drug smuggling, and sea robbery. Exercises like EBI‑TORU allow us to identify gaps, close vulnerabilities, and validate our operational readiness.” ‎ ‎ The drill  involved ships, Helicopter, Gunbooats and personnel from the Nigerian Navy alongsi...
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CONMMEP Congratulates Dr. Oyetola on Nigeria’s Landmark Election into IMO Council ‎

By Anne Ejuka
The Congress of Nigerian Maritime Media Practitioners (CONMMEP) has congratulated the Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, His Excellency Dr Adegboyega Oyetola, CON, on Nigeria’s historic election into Category C of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council for the 2026–2027 biennium. ‎ ‎This remarkable victory, recorded on Friday, 28th November 2025, marks Nigeria’s triumphant return to the IMO Council after 14 years, signaling a renewed global confidence in the nation’s maritime sector and a resounding affirmation of its strategic re-emergence under the Tinubu administration. ‎ ‎CONMMEP commended Dr. Oyetola for his visionary leadership, diplomatic dexterity and unwavering commitment, which steered Nigeria’s robust campaign across continents. His over twelve months of sustained engagements, targeted diplomacy and consistent advocacy were pivotal to this achievement that now restores Nigeria to its rightful place among leading maritime nations ‎ ‎Dr Oy...
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KLT COMMAND CELEBRATES ACG EJ EDELDUOK AS SHE ASSUMES HIGHER NATIONAL RESPONSIBILITY

By Anne Ejuka
The Kirikiri Lighter Terminal (KLT) Command of the Nigeria Customs Service on Monday, 1st December 2025, held a colourful and well-attended send forth ceremony in honour of Assistant Comptroller General of Customs, E J Edelduok, following her recent appointment into the management team of the Service. ‎ ‎The event, according to a Press Release issued by the command's Public Relations Officer,  Chief Superintendent of Customs     CSC VU Ogagbo r, took place at the Command Headquarters in Kirikiri drew dignitaries including senior Customs officers, representatives of sister agencies, key stakeholders in the maritime industry, as well as friends and well-wishers who gathered to celebrate a transformational leader. ‎ ‎In her welcome remarks, Deputy Comptroller Adedokun described the celebrant as a disciplined administrator, a thorough professional and a leader who leaves behind a legacy of improved operational efficiency and strengthened stakeholder collaboration wit...
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