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‎ ‎ ‎ ‎The Commandant General of Riverine Security (Coast Guard of the Federation), Commander Bibi Oduku, after special assignments on moving monitoring the happenings in the riverine communities, has called on the Federal Government to urgently prioritize the development, modernization and security of Nigeria’s waterways transportation system as a critical component of the country’s transportation, logistics, economic and national development strategy. ‎ ‎ ‎Oduku made the call while speaking on the prevailing situation in Nigeria’s marine and riverine sectors, stressing that the country possesses enormous inland-waterway and maritime potential which remains significantly underutilized. ‎ ‎According to him, the continued…

‎ ‎RIVERINE SECURITY URGES FG TO PRIORITISE WATERWAYS TRANSPORTATION TO REDUCE ROAD ACCIDENTS, TRAFFIC AND BOOST NIGERIA’S ECONOMY ‎ ‎ ‎“Nigeria Cannot Continue to Depend Almost Entirely on Roads for the Movement of People and Goods” — Commander Bibi Oduku ‎ ‎ ‎The Commandant General of Riverine Security (Coast Guard of the Federation), Commander Bibi Oduku, after special assignments on moving monitoring the happenings in the riverine communities, has called on the Federal Government to urgently prioritize the development, modernization and security of Nigeria’s waterways transportation system as a critical component of the country’s transportation, logistics, economic and national development…

‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, ‎ praised (NIMASA) Dr. Dayo Mobereola, ‎ for its progress and urged the team to keep improving safety, regulation, and global competitiveness ,at the State House in Abuja. ‎ ‎ ‎The engagement focused on strengthening the sector’s contribution to national economic development and advancing ongoing efforts to position Nigeria as a competitive maritime hub. ‎ ‎During the meeting, Dr. Mobereola briefed the President on developments within NIMASA over the past two years, highlighting the progress recorded by the Agency as well as some of the challenges confronting the industry. ‎…

‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has announced enhanced enforcement of the statutory requirements for indigenous participation in Nigeria’s Cabotage trade and maritime activities. ‎ ‎ ‎The statement was contained in a marine notice issued pursuant to the Agency’s statutory mandate of implementing applicable laws including the NIMASA Act 2007 and the Coastal and Inland Shipping (Cabotage) Act 2003, in addition to the Cabotage regulations and implementing guidelines. ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎Under the enhanced enforcement regime, all persons and entities requiring vessels for Cabotage operations are required to use vessels that meet…

Nigeria’s Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, and the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, are expected to lead top government officials, policymakers and key industry stakeholders to the 8th Nigeria Pharma Manufacturers Expo (NPME 2026), as Nigeria intensifies efforts to strengthen local pharmaceutical production and achieve greater health sovereignty. The two-day exhibition, scheduled for September 28 and 29, 2026, at Harbour Point, Victoria Island, Lagos, will focus on strategies for reducing Nigeria’s dependence on imported medicines, promoting domestic manufacturing and positioning the country as a major pharmaceutical production hub in Africa.The…

‎‎The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has facilitated the recovery and clearance of critical power equipment belonging to the Niger Delta Power Holding Company Limited (NDPHC) that had been abandoned and left idle at various Nigerian seaports.‎‎The intervention, according to the NDPHC, is expected to accelerate the implementation of critical power projects across the country while helping the company avert potential losses running into billions of naira.‎‎The NDPHC Managing Director, Engr. Jennifer Adighije, disclosed this when she led members of the company’s management team on a courtesy visit to the Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho, and…

‎‎‎By Tricia Ikem‎‎The son of renowned businessman, philanthropist and property agent, Otunba Kamorudeen Lamina, popularly known as Sir Kay Oluwo, Azeez Lamina, has tied the knot with his bride, Adewunmi Awolesi, in a colourful and grand wedding ceremony.‎‎The couple exchanged marital vows on Saturday, August 24, 2026, following their traditional marriage ceremony held earlier on Thursday, August 22.‎‎The wedding ceremony attracted an impressive gathering of dignitaries, including traditional rulers, business moguls, Nollywood stars, family members, friends and well-wishers, who came out in large numbers to celebrate the union and honour the Lamina family. ‎‎The ceremony was marked by prayers, music,…

‎‎‎The District Head of Lailaba and Sarkin Gobir Lailaba in Kebbi State, Alhaji Suleiman Muhammad Mera, has endorsed the nationwide Geneith Health Competition, urging traditional rulers, community leaders, governments and development partners to strengthen collective efforts towards eliminating malaria in Nigeria.‎The royal father gave his endorsement on August 18, 2026, when he received the competition’s Activator, Aminu Ahmad Zubairu, during a courtesy visit to his palace.‎Speaking during the engagement, Alhaji Suleiman Muhammad Mera called for renewed action against malaria at both global and grassroots levels, stressing the need for sustained investment, community mobilisation and stronger multisectoral collaboration to prevent the…

‎‎‎‎‎‎‎A Federal High Court in Lagos ordered the remand of a First City Monument Bank (FCMB) Plc service administrator and a former bank staff member over allegations that they hacked into the bank’s network and fraudulently removed $25,000.‎‎Justice Friday Ogazi remanded Gideon Bakpa Aghogho, FCMB’s service administrator, and Oscar Ebere Chukwuebuka,a former staff member of the bank, following their arraignment by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). They face charges of conspiracy, cybercrimes and fraud.‎‎Prosecutor Bilikisu Buhari-Bala told the court that the two defendants, acting with one Scott who is still at large, allegedly committed the offences between July…

‎ ‎‎‎The Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) Annex, Alagbon, Lagos, AIG Simeon Udofia Akpanudom psc fdc mspsp MNIM FCAI, has called for enhanced professional capacity, strict adherence to ethical standards and stronger inter-agency collaboration to effectively address emerging security challenges.‎‎The AIG made the call on Wednesday, 19 August 2026, when he attended as a Special Guest of Honour at the August edition of the two-day Lagos State Security Training Programme, organised by the Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF) at The Zone, Plot 9, Gbagada Expressway, Lagos.‎‎The training, scheduled for 19–20 August…