Tag: Blue Economy Nigeria

Nigeria’s port rebound as modernisation and digital trade reforms unlock maritime growth

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Nigeria’s maritime sector is undergoing one of its most significant transformations in decades, as sweeping infrastructure upgrades and digital...

IMO return: A landmark victory boosting global confidence in maritime leadership

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Nigeria’s recent return to Category C of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Council has been hailed as a landmark...

Nigeria secures landmark victory as it returns to IMO Council after 14 years

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Nigeria elected into UN agency’s council Nigeria has reclaimed a prominent seat in global maritime governance after being elected...

Groundbreaking Nigerian Maritime Expo 2025 Boosts Fish Production and Blue Economy Growth

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The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has attributed the notable rise in local fish production to...

FG launches procurement for port modernisation outside Lagos to boost maritime growth

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The Federal Government has officially kicked off the procurement process for the long-awaited port modernisation outside Lagos, a move...

NPA WACT-APMT seal $60m landmark container electrification project

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In a groundbreaking move towards sustainable maritime operations, the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) and West Africa Container Terminal-APM Terminals...

China-Nigeria marine alliance sparks optimism

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Nigeria and China have taken significant steps to deepen cooperation in the marine and blue economy sector, with fresh...

Navy crushes Maritime crime, seizes 333 vessels in six years – Official

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The Nigerian Navy has intensified its efforts to secure the nation’s waters, arresting 333 vessels over a six-year period...

Tanzania Endorses Nigeria’s Bid for IMO Council Seat

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The United Republic of Tanzania has officially endorsed Nigeria’s candidacy for election into Category C of the International Maritime...

Shipowners Pay $8,000 Daily Despite Piracy-Free Waters

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Despite a clean record of zero piracy attacks in Nigerian waters over the last three years, shipowners continue to...

Oyetola Inaugurates NPA Board, Urges Reform-Focused Leadership

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The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, on Monday officially inaugurated the newly constituted Governing Board of...