July 2024 – Shipping World News Magazine

Jul272024 by Asu BeksNo Comments

Senate Mourns the Demise of Senator Ifeanyi Uba

News Feature

It is with deep sorrow and profound regret that the Nigeria Senate announces the passing of our esteemed colleague, Senator Ifeanyi Uba, who until his passing represented the Anambra South Senatorial District. Senator Uba was an exemplary leader, a committed public servant, and an indefatigable advocate for his constituents. His untimely departure represents a significant loss to the Senate, his community, and the nation at large. Prior to his illustrious career in public service, Senator Ifeanyi Uba distinguished himself as a prominent businessman and philanthropist. As the founder and CEO of Capital Oil and Gas Industries Limited, he made substantial contributions to Nigeria's energy sector, fostering economic growth and creating numerous job opportunities. Through the Ifeanyi ...

Jul262024 by Asu BeksNo Comments

Umunna Lekki Association mourns Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, describes him as a personification of the Igbo Renaissance

News Feature

An Igbo social-cultural organization, Umunna Lekki Association (ULA), has expressed shock over the death of the reigning President General of Ohaneze Ndigbo Worldwide, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu whose passing was made known to the public on Thursday, July 25, 2024. In a statement released to the press, the President General of Umunna Lekki Association, Chief Michael Onuoha (Eriri-ego Igbonile/Ide Nwangele) described the late Chief Iwuanyanwu as an epitome of Igbo renaissance. Chief Onuoha noted that Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu’s leadership of the apex Igbo organization, Ohaneze Ndigbo, has brought many benefits to the people who needed a courageous and outstanding leader at an epochal historical period. The statement reads in part “We as Umunna Lekki Association are saddened by the n...

Jul242024 by Asu BeksNo Comments

Rivers Stakeholders Cry Foul Over Hasty Vehicle Paint Order

News Feature

The Rivers State Ministry of Transport's recent announcement, mandating that all commercial vehicles be painted in official colors by August 1st, 2024, has sparked concerns among stakeholders. While the intention to enhance security and orderliness is commendable, the tight deadline and potential economic implications warrant a more nuanced approach. In other countries, similar initiatives have been implemented with more consideration for affected parties. For instance, in Singapore, a gradual phase-in period was allowed for taxi operators to adopt new liveries, ensuring minimal disruption to services. Similarly, in the United Kingdom, consultations with industry stakeholders preceded the introduction of new regulations, fostering a collaborative environment. In contrast, the Rivers ...

Jul232024 by Asu BeksNo Comments

Name NIMASA Maritime Resource Development Center after LATE FERDINAND AGU…Ramallan.

Maritime, News Feature

Pioneer Chairman of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, Dr Tijanni Ramallan, has advocated that the NIMASA Maritime Resource Development Center in Kiririki, Lagos be named after Late Ferdinand Agu. Dr Ramallan who paid a glowing tribute to the former NMA helmsman in an Exclusive Interview with Shipping World, said Late Ferdinand Agu was an OUTSTANDING personality whose administrative acumen was in class of its. Agu died on June 7 in Abuja after a brief illness and would in Enugu on August 2, 2024. He explained that Resource Center was comptualzed by the late NIMASA boss and deserved to be immortalized for his role in turning the Agency around, and thereby saving it from being scrapped

Jul232024 by Asu BeksNo Comments

KOKO BOWS OUT AS DANTSOHO TAKES OVER AT NPA

News Feature, Port News

The Managing Director/CEO of Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Dr Abubakar Dantsoho has expressed his deep appreciation to the President and Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR for the opportunity given to him to be the 29th Managing Director of NPA while promising to boost the Organisation’s revenue generation and Port efficiency. The Managing Director made these remarks during the handover ceremony which took place at the conference room Headquarters, Marina Lagos. In his words, Dr Dantsoho said “As we match towards this great journey, I wish to state that our main goal is to reposition the Nigerian Ports Authority for increased productivity and greater efficiency for increased revenue generation.” The Chief Executive Officer of the nation’s Sea...

Jul212024 by Asu BeksNo Comments

FG Lauds Diri’s Commitment To Sports As Curtain Falls On Bayelsa Governor’s Football Tournament

News Feature, Sports

The Federal Government has commended the contributions of Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, to the development of sports in Nigeria. The Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Enoh, gave the commendation on Saturday during the finals of the 6th edition of the Bayelsa Governor’s Football Tournament christened Prosperity Cup, which held at the Samson Siasia Sports Complex in Yenagoa. Senator Enoh, who witnessed the final games between NDU Queens and Peremo Academy in the female category as well as male category between Ogboinbiri of Southern Ijaw Local Government Area and Nembe City of Nembe Local Government Area, noted that since becoming minister, Governor Diri had been a recurring decimal in Nigeria’s sports sector. The Sports Minister said Governor Diri has conti...