October 2020 – Page 2 – Shipping World News Magazine

Oct142020 by Asu BeksNo Comments

CBN READS RIOT ACT TO SHIPPING COMPANIES

Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele Non-compliance by shipping lines to the directive by the Federal Government that all export goods leaving the country should carry Nigerian Export Proceeds (NXP) numbers was the focus of discussions during a meeting recently convened by the Central Bank of Nigeria. Chairing the virtual meeting, CBN Governor, Mr. Godwin Emefiele, stated that the Apex bank, following a directive by the Federal Government to audit shipping companies to ensure that the all shipping documents carry the NXP number, discovered that several shipping companies were wanting and this non-compliance would attract strict sanctions. Speaking on the issue, the Executive Secretary/CEO of Nigerian Shippers' Council (NSC), Mr. Hassan Bello, said Shipper's Co...

Oct142020 by Asu BeksNo Comments

Hurray!!!! Prince SHITTU @ 70 .

Maritime

Prince Shittu WE THANK THE LORD FOR THE LIFE OF QUINTESSENTIAL MARITIME ICON. MAY YOU CONTINUE TO BE A BLESSING TO HUMANITY. HAPPY BIRTHDAY WISHES FROM YOUR MARITIME MEDIA FRIENDS

Oct132020 by Asu BeksNo Comments

Bashir Jamoh APPOINTED CHAIRMAN CELTRAS, UNIPORT

Breaking News, News Feature

Bashir Jamoh The University of Port Harcourt has announced the appointment of the Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Bashir Jamoh, as Chairman of the Governing Board of the institution’s Centre for Logistics and Transport Studies. A letter signed by the Vice Chancellor of the university, Professor Stephen Okodudu, said Dr. Jamoh was chosen by virtue of his position as Director-General of NIMASA, stressing that his appointment “is an eloquent testimony to your outstanding contributions to national development.” Dr. Jamoh, an alumnus of the university, was requested to assume office as the new Chairman of the 10 member Governing Board of the Centre for Logistics and Transport Studies, University of Port Harcourt. The Board would b...

Oct132020 by Asu BeksNo Comments

PROF JP CLARK IS DEAD

Breaking News

Prof. J.P. Clark The Clark-Fuludu Bekederemo family of Kiagbodo Town, Delta State, wishes to announce that Emeritus Professor of Literature and Renowned Writer, Prof. John Pepper Clark, has finally dropped his pen in the early hours of today, Tuesday, 13 October, 2020.Prof. J. P. Clark paddled on to the great beyond in the comfort of his wife, children and sibling, around him.The family appreciates your prayers at this time.Other details will be announced later by the family. Prof. C. C. Clark, broke the sad news on behalf of the family.

Oct132020 by Asu BeksNo Comments

Breaking News: Bashir Jamoh to Chair Ijaw Media Forum Town Hall Meeting.

Breaking News

Bashir jamoh Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, Dr Bashir Jamoh, has accepted to Chair the Izon Media Forum Town Hall Lecture with the theme BAYELSA, BEYOND OIL. The event slated for November 19, 2020 in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State has the immediate past Director General of Nigeria Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, Dr Dakuku Peterside as the Guest Lecturer. Other Speakers scheduled to speak at the event include Dr Koripamo Timiebi Agary, Arch Amagbe Kentebe, Prof Backlays Ayakoroma, Chief David Alagoa, Admiral Goddy Ayankpele among others.

Oct122020 by Asu BeksNo Comments

Maritime giants, Antwerp Port International takes over Bakassi Deep Seaport project

Breaking News

Cross River State Governor, Benedict Ayade The dream of actualizing the Bakassi Deep Seaport project is gradually becoming a reality with the announcement of its takeover by maritime giant, Antwerp Ports International of Belgium. Breaking the news of the takeover during a boat ride to the site of the deep seaport with the representatives and port Director, of Antwerp Ports International, Mr. Stefan Cassimon, Governor Ayade said the essence of the visit was to do a recconaissance as well as a required survey of the location, suitability and adaptability of the port. He said the tour will strengthen commitment to the partnership with the Port of Antwerp International and the Cross River State Government to either take the investment from public placement strategy or direct investme...

Oct122020 by Asu BeksNo Comments

Governor Diri Swears In 5 Commissioners, 25 Special Advisers

Breaking News

Senator Douye Diri Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, on Monday, swore in two new cabinet Commissioners, three non-Executive Commissioners of the state Local Government Service Commission and 25 Special Advisers. Also inaugurated were six Technical Advisers. At the ceremony, which took place in the Executive Chambers of the Government House in Yenagoa, Governor Diri charged the new appointees to be diligent, dedicated and to wear the toga of integrity. He said the revalidation of his mandate depended on their performance and the extent to which they selflessly serve the people. He emphasised the need for them to respect their respective roles and avoid actions that hinder the smooth operations of government. He stated that team work must be their watchword as th...

Oct112020 by Asu BeksNo Comments

Jamoh congratulates Douye Diri on Appeal Court Victory

Breaking News

DG of the NIMASA, Dr Bashir Jamoh(Left) with Executive Governor of Bayelsa State Sen Douye Diri (right) The Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency,NIMASA, Dr Bashir Jamoh has congratulated Sen Douye Diri, Executive Governor of Bayelsa State, on his recent victory at the Court of Appeal on his election as Governor of Bayelsa State. Dr Bashir Jamoh took to his Twitter handle to congratulate the one Nigerians call the 'Miracle Governor'. In the tweet at 9.05 am on Sunday, Oct 11, Jamoh said "A shoutout to my brother, friend and ally, His Excellency @govdouyediri. Congrats on your recent appeal court victory. Looking forward to strengthening the nautical bonds between @nimasaofficial and BayelsaStateGov to advance Nigeria's maritime sector. Bayelsa ...

Oct112020 by Asu BeksNo Comments

What Alamieyeseigha Stood For – Diri *Says Bayelsa’s First Civilian Governor A Hero

News Feature

The first civilian governor of the state, late Chief Diepreye Solomon Peter Alamieyeseigha Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has described the first civilian governor of the state, the late Chief Diepreye Solomon Peter Alamieyeseigha, as a selfless leader that always ensured the interest of the Ijaw nation was placed above other considerations. Speaking in Amassoma during the 5th annual memorial anniversary programme in honour of the former governor in his hometown, Governor Diri said Chief Alamieyeseigha will always be remembered for his worthy legacies, which include laying the foundation for the development of the state. The governor in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Daniel Alabrah, lauded Alamieyeseigha for establishing the Niger Delta University, say...

Oct72020 by Asu BeksNo Comments

NIWA TEST RUNS MOVEMENT OF CONTAINERS FROM ONNE TO ONTISHA

Breaking News

Picture shows Dr George Moghalu receiving the first Container laden barge at Onitsha Port The National Inland Waterways Authority, NIWA, has commenced a test run on the movement containers from Onne Port in Rivers State to Onitsha River Port in Anambra State. Managing Director of National Inland Waterways Authority, Dr. George Moghalu who flagged off the pilot scheme during the arrival of the first batch of containers from Onne to Onitsha River Port said, “the aim of the test run is to break the jinx and encourage partnership with the Barge Operators Association to move containers from Onne to Onitsha and Onitsha to Onne as well”. He said, “This is the first phase of the test run and the second phase will be from Lagos Ports to Onit...