The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, has called on the Nigerian judiciary to strengthen its capacity to address emerging maritime disputes arising from technological advancements and the global transition to cleaner shipping. Speaking at the opening of the 18th International Maritime Seminar for Judges in Abuja, Oyetola said innovations such as…
The Federal Government has pledged to implement key recommendations from the 18th International Maritime Seminar for Judges as part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s maritime justice system, boost the blue economy and attract greater investment into the sector. Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, made the commitment on Wednesday while…
The National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) and the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) have pledged to strengthen collaboration aimed at reducing boat accidents and improving safety on Nigeria’s inland waterways. The commitment was made on Wednesday during a courtesy visit by the NSIB management to NIWA headquarters in Lokoja, where both agencies agreed to work…
The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has commenced a review of security protocols governing interactions between ships and port facilities as part of efforts to strengthen security at Nigerian ports. In a notice issued to maritime security stakeholders, the agency directed all vessels bound for Nigerian waters to submit their Security-Related Pre-Arrival Information…
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) and the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) have agreed to establish a joint framework for data sharing, safety investigations and technical cooperation to strengthen maritime safety across Nigeria’s waterways. The agreement was reached during a courtesy visit by the Director General of the NSIB, Captain Alex Badeh…
The National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) has called for closer collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force to strengthen safety and security on inland waterways across Cross River and Ebonyi states. The appeal was made by the newly posted Area Manager of NIWA’s Calabar Area Office, Surveyor Abubakar Wathanafa, during a courtesy visit to the Cross…
LAGOS – The Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) has announced a series of measures aimed at reducing the cost of water transportation by expanding fuel supply infrastructure and accelerating the adoption of cleaner energy-powered boats across the state. The initiative follows concerns from boat operators and commuters over rising ferry fares, largely attributed to the…
The Federal Government has inaugurated a seven-member National High-Level Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Steering Committee to coordinate the implementation of Nigeria’s Sustainable Aviation Fuel Programme and accelerate the decarbonisation of the country’s aviation sector. The committee comprises the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Minister of Agriculture and Food…
