LAGOS – The Lagos command of the Nigeria Customs Service under the Marine and Maritime Affairs Commission (MMAC) has successfully seized a cache of illegal firearms alongside 75 bags of pangolin scales and other prohibited items during a recent operation in the state. Officials revealed that the seizure is part of intensified efforts to clamp
Abuja, Nigeria – July, 2025 — A new policy initiative aimed at unlocking the full potential of Nigeria’s marine and blue economy has begun yielding results, with notable strides recorded across key sectors such as ports, shipping, aquaculture, coastal tourism, and climate resilience. According to an official update from the Ministry of Marine and Blue
The Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, under the leadership of Honourable Minister Alhaji Gboyega Oyetola, has convened a high-level one-day engagement with citizens and key industry stakeholders to reinforce collaborative efforts toward the successful implementation of Nigeria’s National Policy on Marine and Blue Economy. The strategic session, held in Abuja, brought together critical
ABUJA, Nigeria – June 2025 The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has officially launched a digital Port Community System developed by the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) in a landmark move to modernize Nigeria’s maritime operations and enhance global competitiveness. The unveiling ceremony, held at NIMASA Headquarters, marked a significant
Abuja, Nigeria – June 16, 2025 — Nigeria has formally launched its campaign to return to the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council, with the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, leading a high-level strategy to garner global support ahead of the Category C elections later this year. The announcement came during a strategic
The Association of Maritime Truck Owners (AMATO) has expressed strong support for the electronic call-up system introduced by the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), describing it as a groundbreaking solution to the perennial traffic congestion that once crippled movement around the Apapa and Tin Can Island Port corridors in Lagos. In a statement issued after a
Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun has reaffirmed the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to strengthening security within the nation’s marine and blue economy sectors. This assurance was given during a meeting with the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), Dr. Akutah Pius Ukeyima, at the Force Headquarters in Abuja. The IGP emphasized
The Federal Government of Nigeria has appointed Mr. Adeniran Aderogba as the inaugural Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Regional Maritime Development Bank (RMDB), marking a strategic milestone in the advancement of maritime financing in West and Central Africa. The announcement was made by the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola,
