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Photo: Director General, Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, Dr Dayo Mobereola (left) and the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshall S. K. Aneke during a courtesy visit by the NIMASA Director General to the Nigerian Air Force Headquarters in Abuja. The Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola is seeking enhanced cooperation between the Agency and the Nigerian Air Force, NAF with the aim of strengthening tactical air support within the Deep Blue project. Dr. Mobereola said this during a courtesy visit to the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshall S.…

Director General, Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, Dr Dayo Mobereola (left) and the newly appointed Commander of the Maritime Guard Command at NIMASA, Commodore Adoki at the NIMASA headquarters in Lagos. The Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas has approved the appointment of Commodore Reginald Odeodi Adoki as the Commander of the Maritime Guard Command at the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA). Commodore Adoki takes over from Commodore H.C Oriekeze who has been redeployed. Commodore Adoki, a principal Warfare Officer specializing in communication and intelligence brings onboard 25 years experience in the Nigerian…

The Nigerian Guild of Investigative Journalists (NGIJ) has called for a strategic partnership with the National Orientation Agency (NOA) to strengthen civic education, combat misinformation, and promote accountability in governance, as both institutions identified investigative journalism as critical to Nigeria’s democratic development. The call was made on recently when a delegation of NGIJ, led by its National President, Mallam Abdulrahman Aliagan, paid a courtesy visit to the Director-General of NOA, Lanre Issa-Onilu, and the management team of the agency in Abuja. In his address, Aliagan said the mandates of NGIJ and NOA were naturally complementary, noting that while NOA is…

The Customs Area Controller of Tin Can Island Port Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Comptroller Frank Onyeka, has launched a roadmap for the full implementation of a paperless regime at the command. Onyeka disclosed this during a press parley in Lagos, stating that the command was fully prepared for seamless digital operations ahead of the nationwide rollout scheduled for the second quarter of the year. He described the engagement as the first in a series of consultations aimed at sensitising stakeholders on the strategies, operational framework and expectations under the new regime. The controller commended the media for…

The family of the late Late Ooni Ajagunlawarikan Ademuliyi issued a desperate appeal for intervention, alleging a relentless campaign of intimidation and land grabbing by one of their own—an Honorable Kanmi who is also a grandson of the revered royal patriarch. In an emotion-laden interview with members of the Ademuliyi dynasty, the family revealed that the contested farmland, located in the Idi Igi area, was fairly allocated and entrusted to them by their father long before his passing. They claim the land was formally placed under the joint caretakership of Isaiah Fabeku, Sunday OjuAanu, and Baba Paul in 2007—a decision,…

Adron Homes and Properties has continued its ongoing “Love for Love Promo” as part of its Valentine season initiatives, encouraging couples, families, and investors to move beyond traditional gifts by embracing shared property ownership as a lasting expression of commitment and financial stability. The company stated that the promo, which has been running throughout the Valentine period, was designed to inspire Nigerians to build long-term value and legacy through real estate investments. It noted that the initiative offers attractive discounts, flexible payment options, and a variety of exclusive gift items across its estates and housing projects nationwide. Under the promo…

In a landmark recognition of outstanding service to the nation, ACC Attah John Onoja, Commander of the NSCDC Mining Marshals, has been awarded National Economic Security Defender of the Year 2025 by Daily Global Newspaper. The accolade follows a comprehensive evaluation process that included votes from security experts, industry stakeholders, and civil society observers, affirming his exceptional contributions to protecting Nigeria’s solid mineral resources. The award recognises ACC Onoja’s strategic leadership, operational excellence, and steadfast commitment to safeguarding a sector crucial to Nigeria’s economic growth and stability. Under his guidance, the NSCDC Mining Marshals have strengthened enforcement mechanisms, curtailed illegal…

The Nigeria Customs Service, Kirikiri Lighter Terminal Area Command, has commissioned a modern block of classrooms at the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Kirikiri, Lagos, as part of its corporate social responsibility, under the Customs Cares framework. The project which was unveiled during a commissioning ceremony held on Wednesday, 11 February 2026, includes fully furnished classrooms, a borehole, water closets, a well-equipped library, and a functional Information and Communication Technology (ICT) centre. This highlights the Service’s commitment to community development. The project was initiated under the leadership of the then Customs Area Controller, Assistant Comptroller-General of Customs, Eghosa Joy Edelduok, as…

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency NIMASA has reiterated its commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s shipbuilding and shipyard development as part of efforts to deepen the blue economy and curb capital flight. This assurance was given at a stakeholders’ breakfast meeting organised by the Agency with the theme “Dissecting the Issues, Challenges, and Prospects in the Shipbuilding Segment – Discussing Funding Models, Incentives, and Policy Support for Shipyards Growth.” The event held at the Nigerian Maritime Resource Development Centre (NMRDC), Kirikiri, Lagos. Delivering the welcome address as Chairman of the occasion, the Executive Director, Operations, NIMASA, Engr. Fatai Taiye Adeyemi noted that…

The National APC Christian Leaders Forum of Nigeria (NACLFON) has announced its forthcoming South-West Summit, a strategic gathering designed to bridge the gap between spiritual stewardship and transformative governance. The event, scheduled for February 24, 2026, at the Nigeria Police College, Ikeja, Lagos, will convene prominent Christian leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders under the theme: ”Divine Mandate forPolitical Reformation of Renewed Hope Agenda.” The summit represents a significant milestone in NACLFON’s ongoing mission to mobilize Christian leaders within the All Progressives Congress (APC) for active, values-driven participation in nation-building. It seeks to foster robust dialogue on how faith-based ethical principles can…