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Union Bank of Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to Nigerian teachers and the wider education sector at the flag off of the 12th edition of the Maltina Teacher of the Year Competition (MTOTY), held today, Monday 8th June 2026 in Lagos. ‎ ‎ Now in its third consecutive year as a partner, the Bank joined organisers, Nigerian Breweries Plc and the Felix Ohiwerei Education Trust Fund, alongside educators and sector stakeholders for a panel session on how educational support can enhance learning outcomes for teachers and students. ‎ ‎Speaking on behalf of Union Bank, Chief Brand and Marketing Officer, Olufunmilola Aluko, positioned education as central to the Bank's purpose rather than a peripheral cause. "At Union Bank, we believe education is not a social obligation. It is a strategic investment," she said. "A nation that does not invest in its teachers and its learners is borrowing from its own future, and we are in the business of building futures, not mortga...

Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola (right) and the European Union Ambassador to Nigeria, Ambassador Gautier Mignot (left), when the EU Ambassador visited the Minister in his office in Abuja on Thursday. ‎ ‎Nigeria has expressed readiness to leverage the €59 million West Africa Sustainable Ocean Programme (WASOP) as part of intensified efforts to combat illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, while strengthening sustainable management of its marine resources. ‎ ‎The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, made this known in Abuja on Thursday during a meeting with the European Union Ambassador to Nigeria, Ambassador Gautier Mignot, where both sides reaffirmed commitment to deepening cooperation on maritime security and sustainable ocean governance. ‎Welcoming the EU Ambassador, Dr. Oyetola commended the European Union for its longstanding partnership with Nigeria, particularly its support for maritime stability in the Gulf of...

The newly appointed Customs Area  Controller of Tincan Island Port Area Command, Comptroller JA Anani, on Friday, 5th of June 2026 paid a courtesy visit to the Commissioner of Police, Ports Authority Police Command, CP Oluwatoyin Iyabode Agbaminoja, psc mnips, at the Command Headquarters in Apapa,  Lagos. ‎ ‎According to the statement issued by ASP Isaac Hundeyin, anipr, Police  Public Relations Officer, Ports Authority Police,  (Western) Command,  the visit was aimed at fostering stronger inter-agency collaboration and enhancing the existing synergy between the Nigeria Customs Service and the Nigeria Police Force in securing the nation's maritime domain and facilitating legitimate trade within the ports. ‎ ‎Speaking during the visit, the visiting Customs Controller commended the Ports Authority Police (Western) Command for its unwavering commitment to maintaining security and public order within the port environment. He emphasized the importance of s...

The DG of NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola and the Registrar General of Shipping and Seamen of the Malta Ship Registry, Mr. Ivan Tabone, having a conversation on the need for capacity building and knowledge sharing towards developing Nigeria’s Ship Registry in line with global best practice. The engagement took place on the sidelines of Posidonia 2026, the world's foremost shipping exhibition, in Athens, Greece. ‎ The Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, held strategic discussions with the Registrar General of Shipping and Seamen of the Malta Ship Registry, Mr. Ivan Tabone, on knowledge sharing and capacity building to support the modernization of the Nigerian Ship Registry. ‎ ‎ ‎ The engagement, which took place on the sidelines of the maritime exhibition, Posidonia 2026, in Athens, Greece  focused on collaboration in ship registration processes, regulatory efficiency, digital transformation and  institutional...

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) on 3 June 2026 hosted a high-level diplomatic cocktail reception in Abuja, bringing together ambassadors, high commissioners, heads of missions and senior government officials in a strategic engagement aimed at strengthening international cooperation, trade relations, and institutional partnerships. ‎ ‎The event, held at the rooftop of the Nigeria Customs Service Headquarters, in  Maitama, Abuja, also attracted the Chief of the Air Staff, the Inspector-General of Police, members of the Customs Management, and other senior officials from key security and government institutions. ‎ ‎ Welcoming the diplomatic community, the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi MFR, expressed appreciation for the sustained support of international partners in strengthening bilateral relations and advancing global trade cooperation with Nigeria. ‎ ‎“We recognize and appreciate your contributions to strengthening diplomatic and trade relations. The ...

The Deputy British High Commissioner, Jonny Baxter, and the United Kingdom National Hydrographer, Rear Admiral Angus Essenhigh, alongside officials of the United Kingdom Hydrographic Office (UKHO), paid a courtesy visit to the Managing Director, Dr. Abubarka Dantsoho. They were received by the MD NPA and the Executive Director, Engineering & Technical Services, together with other senior management representatives. ‎ ‎ The meeting focused on deepening the longstanding maritime partnership between Nigeria and the UK, particularly in hydrography, navigational safety, port development and capacity building. The Managing Director showcased NPA’s ongoing modernisation drive including major investments in port rehabilitation, channel improvements and infrastructural upgrades  aimed at boosting operational efficiency and enhancing Nigeria’s competitiveness in regional maritime trade. ‎ ‎ The UK delegation reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Nigeria’s hydrographic development...

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has commenced a two-week Technical Assistance Mission on Post Clearance Audit (PCA) in collaboration with the World Bank Group under the Accelerated Revenue Mobilisation Reform (ARMOR) Programme, aimed at strengthening compliance management, revenue assurance, and trade facilitation through modern audit practices. ‎ ‎The workshop, which runs from June 1 to June 12, 2026, is taking place at the Service's  Headquarters in Maitama, Abuja. ‎ ‎Delivering the opening remarks on behalf of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, Assistant Comptroller-General Babatunde Olomu described the mission as a significant step in advancing the Service's modernisation agenda and strengthening its capacity as a technology-driven, intelligence-led, and globally competitive customs administration. ‎ ‎ He noted that modern customs administrations increasingly rely on intelligence-led, risk-based, and post-clearance interventions that promote vo...

Global maritime leaders are set to converge in Nigeria for the 8th  Women’s International Shipping & Trading Association (WISTA) Nigeria for the 8th Regional Conference. ‎ ‎The conference, which is scheduled for 25th and 26th of June 2026 at the Eko Hotels & Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos is expected to be gathering  of influencial maritime leaders, policymakers, regulators, investors, energy experts, legal practitioners, logistics professionals, and business executives from across Africa and around the world for two days of strategic dialogue, networking and collaboration. ‎  ‎According to a statement from WISTA, this year’s conference comes at a defining moment for Africa’s maritime and blue economy sectors, as industry stakeholders navigate evolving global conversations around energy transition, sustainability, trade competitiveness, digital transformation, taxation, and inclusive economic growth. ‎ ‎ For WISTA Nigeria, the hosting carries historic si...

Union Bank of Nigeria's Endless Possibilities campaign has won Bronze in the Heritage category at the 2026 Pitcher Awards, one of Africa's foremost platforms for creative excellence.   ‎ ‎The   campaign   was   also   shortlisted   in   the   Craft   category   for   Film   Craft,   a recognition of the artistry and technical quality behind the work. These recognitions were awarded following adjudication alongside qualifying entries from across the African continent. ‎ ‎The Heritage win carries a particular resonance. It recognises the bank’s ability to honour its rich heritage while maintaining relevance with contemporary audiences. ‎ ‎For more than a century, Union Bank has been woven into the fabric of Nigeria's economic and social progress, and Endless Possibilities continues that story rather than departing from it. ‎ ‎Built to celebrate th...

Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, is set to launch a strategic engagement platform aimed at promoting the growth and sustainability of small and medium enterprises across Nigeria. ‎ ‎Known as the Fidelity Quarterly Business Forum, the initiative is designed to bring together SME business leaders, founders, policymakers and industry experts to discuss business opportunities, economic trends, innovation and sustainable growth strategies. ‎ ‎Speaking on the initiative, Ugochi Osinigwe, Divisional Head, Small and Medium-scale Enterprises, Fidelity Bank Plc, said the forum reflects the bank’s commitment to delivering a wide range of initiatives that support the growth of small businesses in Nigeria. ‎ ‎“Our Quarterly Business Forum is part of our regular engagement with small businesses across the country. As you may know, Fidelity Bank is a leading supporter of SMEs through numerous financial products, and a strong advocate of a multi-dimensional approach to help...