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In a peaceful election marked by harmony, sisterhood, and gratitude, African Women in Maritime (WIMA) Nigerian chapter closed one remarkable chapter and opened another, stronger one. ‎ ‎After four years defined by unity, dignity, and quiet strength, Mrs. Rollens Macfoy bowed out as President, leaving behind a legacy anchored on peace, women supporting women, and leadership without scandal. Hers was a tenure that proved that when women lead with humility and faith, institutions grow without friction. As she steps forward to wear an even bigger continental cap as Vice President, WIMA Africa (Anglophone), her presence remains a guiding light - still here, still leading, still serving. ‎ ‎Her valedictory words were not of departure, but of continuity: gratitude to God Almighty, appreciation for ambassadors, mentors, and an Executive Council that worked as one body - no quarrels, no bitterness, only shared purpose. ‎ ‎ With renewed energy and a bold sense of direction, Mrs. Theodo...

The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, CGC Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, on Wednesday, 10 December 2025, received a delegation of the American Business Council (ABC) on a courtesy visit to the Customs House, Maitama, Abuja, with both sides agreeing to deepen structured engagements aimed at improving trade facilitation and strengthening investor confidence. ‎ ‎Welcoming the delegation, CGC Adeniyi said the Nigeria Customs Service has, in recent years, made deliberate efforts to institutionalize transparency, stakeholder consultation and regular engagement with industry players. ‎“No modern Customs administration can thrive without meaningful dialogue with the people who drive business across our ports and borders,” he said. ‎ ‎ He stated that the Service has prioritized reforms that enhances predictability for traders, including the deployment of the One-Stop-Shop initiative across major commands to streamline processes and reduce delays during cargo examination and d...

An Advocacy group within the Nigeria Maritime sector, Save Nigeria Freight Forwarders, Importers and Exporters Coalition (SNFFIEC), has threatened to take the Nigerian Shippers Council to the Industrial court of justice for what is described as yearly waste of funds being spent in hosting the annual Maritime Seminar for Judges. ‎ ‎Speaking through the National coordinator of the group, Chief  Sir Patrick Osita Chukwu at a press conference held in his Apapa- Lagos Office, Chief Osita qurried why the NSC has continued to waste funds which should have been used for Nigerian shippers training and sensitization in organizing the seminar. ‎ ‎He called on the  Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Shippers Council (NSC), Barr. Pius Akutah to suspend what he referred to as a jamboree as they spends billions of naira in hosting these judges. ‎ ‎ ‎Chief Osita Chukwu stated that training of Judges falls directly under the purview of the National Judicial Institute (NJI) and not...

This Detty December, Lagos will witness a cultural milestone, the unveiling of the first-ever 30-foot Christmas tree made entirely from Nigerian fabrics, a groundbreaking installation designed to celebrate sustainability, unity, fashion and community spirit happening on Christmas Eve, the 24th December at the J. Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History, Onikan Lagos Island. ‎ ‎Spearheaded by Culture Influencer, Media Personality and Fashion Entrepreneur, Ebunoluwa “ebbiekikz” Dosumu, the founder of Trybe, the tree is made from hundreds of donated fabrics Aso-oke, Ankara, Adire, George, lace and more crowd sourced from families across the country each piece carrying its own memory, its own tribe, and making it a community project at its core. ‎ ‎Together, they form a towering masterpiece that reinforce a simple truth: fashion is one of the strongest threads that bind Nigerians together. ‎ ‎Attendees of A Shakara Christmas will be immersed in a day designed to spotlight the...

Barely 5 days after the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) uncovered 25.5kg cocaine in a Brazilian flagged vessel, both agencies have seized  Canadian Loud, an expensive strain of cannabis concealed inside an imported vehicles. ‎ ‎The Apapa command of the NCS, under the able leadership of Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba, while acting on credible intelligence provided by the NDLEA has uncovered a total of 2,374 packages of cannabis indica concealed in 55 bags hidden inside a 1x20ft container with No FCIU 6369526 laden with two vehicles. Total weight of the illicit drug is 1,187kg ‎ ‎ Both agencies, according to a press release issued by the Public Relations Officer of the command, Chief Superintendent of Customs CSC Isah Sulaiman, in the course of joint examination, discovered the illicit drugs which were packed in 500 grams per sachet. ‎ ‎Reacting on the seizure,  Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba,  commended the robu...

The Congress of Nigerian Maritime Media Practitioners (CONMMEP) has announced that all arrangements have been concluded for its its 2025 Annual Workshop, themed "Empowering Host Communities through Strategic Partnerships. The event will take place on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at Rockview Hotels Apapa, Lagos. ‎ ‎This year's workshop brings together esteemed guests, industry experts, and maritime stakeholders to explore innovative strategies for enhancing the capacity of host communities and promoting sustainable development in the maritime sector. ‎ ‎The Royal Father of the event, Oba Oyekunle Amodu Tijani Oluwa, the Olu of Iwa and Apapa Kingdom, Lagos, will grace the occasion, setting the tone for a productive and insightful discussion. ‎ ‎The Keynote Speaker, Hon. Dr. Kalejaiye A. Paul, will deliver a thought-provoking presentation on the importance of strategic partnerships in empowering host communities.  Dr. Eugene Nweke, Guest Speaker, will share his expert...

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...

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...

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...

‎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...

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...

  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...

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 

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...

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...