News Feature – Page 22 – Shipping World News Magazine

Sep132024 by Asu BeksNo Comments

Blue Economy: Bayelsa, stakeholders conclude marine policy draft … as SSG, Chief of Staff visit

The Bayelsa State Government has concluded a successful 4-day Technical Working Group (TWG) meeting aimed at drafting a comprehensive policy framework for the development of the Marine and Blue Economy sector. Hosted by the State Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, the event brought together experts, and stakeholders in the sector to deliberate on the development of a robust policy that will guide the Ministry's operations. The meeting focused on addressing gaps, challenges and measures to explore the huge potential within the marine and blue economy sector for an effective policy development. The keynote address delivered on behalf of the Deputy Governor, Bayelsa State by his Chief of Staff, Comr. Gowon Toruyouyei at the opening emphasized the strategic importance of the Marine ...

Sep112024 by Asu BeksNo Comments

Borno flood Disaster: Liberty TV/Radio FMs Chairman commiserates with Borno People

News Feature

The Chairman of Liberty TV and FM Stations Alhaji (Dr. Ahmed Tijjani Ramalan) has commiserated with the People and Government of Borno state over the devastating flood that caused unimaginable havoc in Maiduguri the state Capital In a sympathy Press Statement Ramalan described the incident that cut across Borno State as highly devastating and unprecedented in recent years. “It’s with sympathetic feeling, that critical government institutions such as the Government House, teaching hospital, Shehu of Borno’s Palace, the state secretariat, schools, and business centres were reported to have been affected”. The Chairman added that ”we share your grief, and we are deeply pained by the natural disaster. ”

Sep62024 by Asu BeksNo Comments

Bayelsa State’s Ambitious Draft Marine and Blue Economy Policy By ASU BEKS

News Feature

Having made history as the first among Nigeria's littoral states to create a Marine and Blue Economy Ministry, Bayelsa State again recorded another first when last week it rolled out a draft policy on how to navigate through the stormy waters of her potentially prosperous Marine and Blue Economy. It was not particularly an easy assignment for the technical working group which came out with the draft policy due to the inexplicable fact that even at the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, such a document was not available as a reference point. Another contentious issue was how to navigate through a legal and policy framework for Bayelsa State without infringing on federal maritime laws majority of which fall under the Exclusive Legislative List. About 20 experts from the academia, ...

Sep62024 by Asu BeksNo Comments

*ANLCA BoT Elections and Matters Arising .By ASU BEKS

Misc, News Feature

The upcoming election into the nine-man Board of Trustees of the Association of Nigerian Licensed Customs Agents is increasingly getting wide media attention, unprecedented in the 70 years history of the body. This is perhaps the most contentious election in the history of the Association. With a stupendous N1.2 million fee for obtaining the form, there is no doubt that the stakes are very high. But stakeholders are curious about what the eventual winners are likely to benefit from a job with no statutory benefits. Or are we too blind to see the milk and honey which lie ahead of the prospective BoT members? Trust Nigerians, contestants are already making all manner of promises. Some are realistic, while some others are esoteric and laughable. With the elections holding simultaneously i...

Sep62024 by Asu BeksNo Comments

Compt Babatunde Olomu: A “Revenue Doubler” Berths at Apapa Port By Asu Beks

News Feature, Port News

In the history of the Nigeria Customs Service, no officer has achieved the feat accomplished by Compt Babatunde Olomu, the Customs Area Controller for Apapa, who in a single day ,raked in a whopping N16billion. This is the stuff this officer and gentleman is made of. In recent Customs history, it has been the tradition of Comptroller General of Customs to post only the " best" officer within the Comptroller cadre to Apapa . And this is for obvious reasons. As the premier port, Apapa Command accounts for at least 50 per cent of cargo traffic and revenue projection. It was therefore not a surprise that when the time came for a new helmsman to take charge at the command early this year, the mantle of leadership fell on the shoulders of Dr Babatunde Olomu. Before his assumption of duties at...

Sep52024 by Asu BeksNo Comments

Change of Guard at Seme as ACG Timi Bomodi hands over to Compt Kayode.

News Feature

An official change of guard took place yesterday at the Seme Command of the Nigeria Customs Service as ACG Timi Bomodi handed over the baton of leadership to Compt Kolade Kayode . Speaking at the brief but colorful ceremony, Compt Kolade promised to build on the legacies put in place by his predecessor, ACG Bomodi. He vowed not to disappoint CGC Wale Adeniyi for the confidence reposed in him and appealed to the rank and file of officers of the Command to live up to the expectation. Responding, ACG Bomodi thanked CGC Adeniyi for giving him the opportunity to serve as Area Controller, Seme. He promised to reciprocate the confidence reposed on him by his elevation and vowed to do his best

Sep12024 by Asu BeksNo Comments

THE RISING ASSAULT ON SOVEREIGN IMMUNITY AND IMPLICATIONS FOR DEVELOPING COUNTRIES BY: GODKNOWS IGALI

News Feature

Recent developments around the world have continued to spark extensive debate within diplomatic and academic circles regarding the continued relevance and potency of international law. Specifically, some have tended to ask if international law actually exists as the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East rage unabating. Even more, the time-honoured principle of equality of states, a cornerstone of international law that gave birth to “Sovereign Immunity” is torpedoed in national courts daily. Hence, assets belonging to weaker states, in a rather Hobbesian manner, are clutched by stronger nations, unrestrained. 2. The truth is that international law still exists and remains pivotal to regulate the behaviour of the 195 countries of the world and other actors on the global scene. Actually, th...

Aug292024 by Asu BeksNo Comments

A Ministry of Riverine Infrastructure?

News Feature

Governor Sheriff, you goofed! Governor Sheriff Oborevwori recently announced the creation of a Ministry of Riverine Infrastructure in Delta and immediately appointed a rights activist of Ijaw extraction, Mr Ebikeme Clark, as the pioneer Commissioner. The creation of this unique ministry will certainly find a place in the Guinness Book of Records. Details of the role of this Ministry and what informed its creation are still sketchy as I write this piece. There is no doubt that Governor Sheriff means well for riverine communities in Delta State. As a grassroot politician, most of his policies on assumption of office have been geared towards uplifting the living conditions of Deltans, and truly deserves the commendation of all and sundry. However, my take on this development is that by na...

Aug272024 by Asu BeksNo Comments

Gov Diri Unveils New Agenda At State Exco Retreat *Agric, Power Supply, Education Top Priorities

News Feature

Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has said that his second term agenda will be hinged on a comprehensive framework built on seven pillars representing critical aspects of his administration’s developmental strategy. Senator Diri stated this on Tuesday while declaring open a three-day State Executive Council Retreat with the theme: "Consolidating The Dividends of Shared Prosperity," in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. Delivering the keynote address, the governor stressed that the retreat was essential for key government officials to foster collaboration, drive innovation and ensure that policies and programmes align with common goals as well as consolidate on his first term efforts. The state's helmsman said his administration has developed the acronym, A.S.S.U.R.E.D, which was h...

Aug232024 by Asu BeksNo Comments

AN address by Prince Olayiwola Shittu at the AGM of the League of Maritime Editors,on Friday, August 23, 2024 at the Airport Hotel, Ikeja.

Maritime, News Feature

Protocol. Ladies and gentlemen of the press, I send you my best wishes on this auspicious occasion of your Annual General Meeting. But before I proceed further, let me congratulate my inlaw and sister, Remi Itie and other contestants who emerge victorious at the keenly contested elections last night. We are happy that the elections were held in the most peaceful manner. I want to urge those who won to be magnanimous in victory . I urge Remi Itie and other members of the exco to stretch their hands of fellowship to other contestants in the over all interest of the League. Once again, accept my congratulations. In my opinion, today should be a day of stock taking on how the League has fared in the past 25 years. Has the League achieved the dreams of its founding fathers? Has the welfare o...