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Oct202017 by Asu BeksNo Comments

Intels’ Boss Apologises to NPA, Says Company Will Comply with TSA Policy

Says firm remains committed to Badagry deep seaport By Eromosele Abiodun The founder and majority shareholder of Intels Nigeria Limited, Nigeria’s oil and gas logistics giant with operations in Onne, Rivers State, Warri, Delta State and Lagos, Mr. Gabriele Volpi, has apologised to the federal government and the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) over the spat that led to the termination of the Pilotage Agency Agreement between his company and NPA. Speaking exclusively to THISDAY Thursday evening, the normally reticent Volpi, who holds dual Italian and Nigerian citizenship, said he was not involved in the negotiations between his firm and NPA over the disagreement on the pilotage agreement but was apologetic for the misunderstanding that had taken place. He also resolved to ensure t...

Jan112026 by Asu BeksNo Comments

MIMA AWARDS,2026: Lokpobiri emerges as Niger Delta’s Most Influential Personality.

Maritime

Nigeria's Oil Minister, Sen Heineken Lokpobori, has won the coveted " Most Influential Niger Delta Personality" Award in the 2026 edition of the Maritime Industry Merit Awards, MIMA. A statement issued in Lagos over the weekend by Chairman of the Local Organising Committee, Prince Olayiwola Shittu, revealed that Lokpobiri polled 42.1 per cent votes cast to beat his closest rivals, Amb. Godknows Igali, Chairman of PANDEF (33.9) per cent, and Dr Dennis Otuaro, Chairman of the Presidential Amnesty Programme(24) per cent. Sen Lokpobiri succeeds Chief Government Ekpomupolo aka Tompolo who was winner in the same category in the previous edition. The Maritime Industry Merit Award, which enters its 27th Edition this year is aimed at rewarding excellence in Nigeria's maritime sector. Born on March ...

Jan22026 by adminNo Comments

MIMA AWARDS: CG Customs , Wale Adeniyi floor Oyebamiji, Abubakar Dantsoho to emerge Most Maritime Media Friendly CEO.

Maritime, News Feature

Organisers of the annual Maritime Industry Merit Awards, MIMA,has unveiled the Comptroller General of Nigeria Customs Service, Dr Adewale Adeniyi as the Most Maritime Media-friendly CEO. In a voting process spanning 60 days, Dr Adeniyi garnared 41.8% of the votes, against Dr Abubakar Dantsoho, Managing Director of Nigerian Ports Authority, who secured 33%, while Mr Bola Oyebamiji, immediate past helmsman of NIWA, came third with 25.2% of the total votes cast. In other categories, Dr Taiwo Afolabi, Chairman of SIFAX Group, made a clean sweep, winning the MARITIME MAN OF THE YEAR AWARD, LIFE TIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD and BEST IN CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY. In other categories, the Director General of Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, Dr Dayo Mobereola, was voted the MOST ...

Jan22026 by adminNo Comments

Winners of 2026 Maritime Industry Merit Awards unveiled

Maritime, Misc

Maritime Media Ltd, Publishers of Shipping World Magazine and Organizers of the Annual Maritime Industry Merit Awards, MIMA, are pleased to announce winners for the 2026 edition at the end of a 60 Day Voting process which ended at midnight on Dec 31, 2025. Below are the Winners: 1 .LIFETIME MARITIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD : Dr Taiwo Afolabi ( Chairman Sifax Group) 2. MARITIME MAN OF THE YEAR: Dr Taiwo Afolabi ( Chairman Sifax Group) 3. MOST IMPACFUL MARITIME CEO.: Dr Dayo Mobereola ( DG, NIMASA). 4. MASTER MARINER OF THE YEAR : ( Capt Sunday Umoren)5. MARITIME ATTORNEY OF THE YEAR: Dr Olisa Agbakoba,SAN.. 6. MARINE ENGINEER OF THE YEAR: Engr. Sylvanus Eferebo. 7. CUSTOMS BROKER OF THE YEAR : ( i) Sir Emenike Nwokeoji 8. FREIGHT FORWARDER OF THE YEAR : Chief ...

Dec292025 by Asu BeksNo Comments

MR PRESIDENT, PLEASE SIGN THE NIGERIAN SHIPPING AND PORTS ECONOMIC REGULATORY AGENCY( NPERA) BILL NOW: AN OPEN LETTER TO PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU, GCFR.

Maritime, News Feature

Mr President, on behalf of the Maritime Elders Forum and the entire maritime stakeholders, I respectfully send you season's greetings. There is no doubt, Mr President, that 2025 has been one of the most turbulent and challenging years in the history of our nation. From the wave of insecurity, which you have tackled squarely, to the far-reaching economic reforms that have translated to the tax reform bills, are all pointers to the fact that you are taking the challenges head-on. Mr President, your modest achievements in the Oil and Gas sector are also there for all to see. From the bold decision to abolish fuel subsidy to the increase in daily production levels to an average of 1.8m bpd, from about 1mbpd daily output as at May 2023, and the complete disappearance of fuel queues, it is certa...

Dec292025 by adminNo Comments

Historic Milestones of Nigerian Ports in 2025

Maritime, News Feature

From Congestion to Global Influence: Inside NPA’s Historic 2025 Maritime Transformation The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) is currently riding a wave of unprecedented growth, making 2025 as a year of transformation for the country’s maritime sector.Since his appointment in July 2024, the Managing Director/CEO, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho has revitalized the agency, turning Nigeria’s ports into models or hubs of efficiency that bolster the national economy. The numbers reflect this success: under Dr. Dantsoho’s stewardship, sustained port efficiencies helped propel Nigeria’s international trade to ₦5.81 trillion in the third quarter of 2024. His impact extends to national fiscal policy, where he successfully implemented the presidential mandate to trade petroleum in Naira, reducing the stra...

Dec242025 by adminNo Comments

1st International Deep Seaport Investment Forum

Maritime, News Feature

Members of Technical Committee (1) Prince Olayiwola Shittu ....Chairman (2) Mr Rex Elems( NIMASA) 3. Mr Moses Abere( Nigerian Shippers' Council). 4. Director ,Maritime Safety and Security ,Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy ( 5) Dr Emeka Akabogu (6) Damilola Emmanuel( SA Marine and Blue Economy , Lagos State) 7.Onoriode Agofure( Comm. for Transport, Delta State) 8. Engr Gbenga Dairo( Comm for Transportation, Ogun State) 9. Dr Faith Godwin ( Comm for Marine & Blue Economy ,Bayelsa State).10. Mr Collins Onunwor( Comm. for Transport,Rivers State) 11.Orman Esin ( Akwa Ibom Commissioner for Transport). 12 Alh Ahmed Wanka ( NPA). 13 Mr Chukwunonso Udeh.14.Mr Ene Cobham ( Comm for Transport , Cross River State)15. Engr Ayorinde Olawole( Ondo State Commissioner for Transport). 16. Eld...

Dec232025 by adminNo Comments

My Return To Bayelsa Govt House Over Ewhrudjakpo’s Death Deeply Saddening – Dickson

Misc, News Feature

Immediate past Governor of Bayelsa State and Senator representing Bayelsa West, Henry Seriake Dickson, has said the death of the deputy governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, was a personal loss and deeply saddening. Senator Dickson, accompanied by his wife, Prof. Rachael Dickson, and a large delegation of political associates, spoke on Tuesday during a condolence visit to Government House, Yenagoa, expressing how pained he was that his first visit to the Creek Haven after he left office in 2020 was because of the demise of Ewhrudjakpo. He described the visit as a very sad moment for him, stating that the news of the death of his long-standing political ally broke him. He said: "On a nostalgic, historic note, let me say that this particular visit leaves a very sour taste in my mo...

Dec222025 by adminNo Comments

Late Bayelsa Dep Gov: Customs CG, Remi Tinubu visit Gov Diri

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Wife of Nigeria's President, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has condoled with the Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, and the family of his late deputy, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo. The First Lady, who was represented by wife of the Vice President, Hajiya Nana Shettima, during a condolence visit to Government House, Yenagoa, on Wednesday, expressed sadness over the demise of the deputy governor, describing it as tragic. Accompanied by wife of the Deputy Senate President, Hajiya Laila Barau, wife of Chief of Staff to the President, Salamatu Gbajabiamila and wife of the Minister of Works, Rachael Umahi, Senator Tinubu noted that death was an inevitable experience for all humanity. She said: "l am short of words. I never knew l was going to Bayelsa State on a sad note. l wish we...

Dec222025 by adminNo Comments

Ondo Deep Sea Port gets green light, set to serve Nigeria, West Africa

Misc, News Feature

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has said the proposed Ondo Deep Sea Port will operate as a major hub for international trade, serving Nigeria and countries within the West African subregion. Aiyedatiwa disclosed this on Thursday in Abuja while receiving the revalidated licence for the port from the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola. He said the port’s depth would allow very large vessels, bigger than those currently operating in Lagos ports, to berth with ease. The licence for the port, originally approved by former President Muhammadu Buhari in 2023, was submitted for revalidation after errors were discovered in the initial document. In a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Ebenezer Adeniyan, Aiyedatiwa commended the Fede...

Dec222025 by adminNo Comments

Eradiri Praises Otuaro, Urges Strategic Education Focus At Ijaw Media Conference

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The former Ijaw Youth Council president and Society of Petroleum Engineers member, Engr. Udengs Eradiri, has commended High Chief (Dr.) Dennis Otuaro, Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), for prioritizing education and expanding scholarship opportunities. Speaking at the 2nd Ijaw Media Conference organized by the Ijaw Publishers' Forum, IPF, in Warri, Delta State, on December 17, 2025, Eradiri emphasised the need for strategic educational programmes that create jobs. "We must give credit to all those who have led this programme to Otuaro. Otuaro, our own, is doing fantastic. Look at the number of people he has sent to schools, the local schools, over 3,000. He is focused on education and so we need to give him credit for it," Eradiri said. However, he added, ...