October 12, 2025

MARITIME

SEME CUSTOMS CELEBRATES PROMOTION OF 66 SENIOR OFFICERS

 

SEME CUSTOMS  CELEBRATES PROMOTION OF 66 SENIOR OFFICERS

By Babatunde Aremu

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Seme Area Command was filled with joy on Thursday, 18 September 2025, as 66 senior officers, promoted by the Nigeria Customs Service Board (NCSB) during its 63rd Regular Meeting in Abuja, were decorated at the ECOWAS Complex, Joint Border Post (JBP), Seme-Krake.… More...

Customs, Police Strengthen collaboration as force PRO visits NCS Headquarters, Abuja

 

Customs , Police Strengthen Collaboration as Force PRO Visits NCS Headquarters, Abuja

By Babatunde Aremu

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) on Wednesday, 17 September 2025, hosted the newly appointed Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO) of the Nigeria Police Force, Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Benjamin Hundeyin, at its Headquarters in Abuja.… More...

CUSTOMS, FIRS strengthen collaboration on National single window Project with renewed commitments

 

Customs, FIRS strengthen collaboration on National Single Window Project with Renewed Commitments

By Babatunde Aremu

The Nigerian National Single Window (NSW) project is moving steadily toward its operational target of early 2026, following a series of high-level meetings at the Customs Headquarters in Abuja.… More...

Clarion shipping unveils MV Ocean Dragon, set to begin Direct China route in October

 

Clarion Shipping Unveils MV Ocean Dragon,  set to Begin Direct China Route in October

By Babatunde Aremu

The Nigerian maritime sector witnessed a historic moment on Wednesday as Clarion Shipping West Africa unveiled its container vessel, MV Ocean Dragon.

The event, held in Lagos on Wednesday marked the return of indigenous shipping to the global stage after decades of reliance on foreign operators.… More...

Clarion shipping unveils MV Ocean Dragon set to begin Direct China Route in Octber

 

Clarion Shipping Unveils MV Ocean Dragon,  set to Begin Direct China Route in October

By Babatunde Aremu

The Nigerian maritime sector witnessed a historic moment on Wednesday as Clarion Shipping West Africa unveiled its wholly Nigerian-owned container vessel, MV Ocean Dragon.… More...

Clarion shipping unveils MV Ocean Dragon, revolutionizing Nigeria’s Maritime industry

 

Clarion Shipping Unveils MV Ocean Dragon, Revolutionizing Nigeria’s Maritime Industry

By Babatunde Aremu

Clarion Shipping West Africa has made a groundbreaking move in Nigeria’s maritime sector with the unveiling of its new container vessel, MV Ocean Dragon. This wholly Nigerian-owned vessel is set to commence direct sailings between Nigeria and China in October, marking a significant milestone in the country’s maritime history.… More...

Tincan island customs generates ₦159 billion , revenue in August , decorates newly promoted officers

 

 

*Tincan Island customs generates ₦159 Billion Revenue in August ,decorates newly promoted officers

By Babatunde Aremu

The Tincan Island Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced a remarkable revenue generation of ₦159 billion in August 2025.

This impressive feat was disclosed by the Customs Area Controller (CAC), Tincan island Port command of Nigeria customs service, Comptroller Frank Onyeka, during a ceremony to decorate newly promoted officers with their new ranks.… More...

CUSTOMS ACKNOWLEDGES FEDERAL MINISTRY OF FINANCE DIRECTIVE ON 4% FOB IMPLEMENTATION

CUSTOMS  ACKNOWLEDGES FEDERAL MINISTRY OF FINANCE DIRECTIVE ON 4% FOB IMPLEMENTATION

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) acknowledges receipt of the directive from the Federal Ministry of Finance to suspend the implementation of the 4% Free-on-Board (FOB) charged on imported goods. The Service appreciates the Ministry’s engagement on this matter and remains committed to supporting government fiscal policies.… More...

NIGERIA’S IMO COUNCIL BID: OYETOLA INTENSIFIES CAMPAIGN FOR GLOBAL SUPPORT

 

 

Nigeria’s IMO Council Bid: Oyetola intensifies Campaign for Global support

By Babatunde Aremu

Nigeria’s campaign for a seat on the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council under Category C has entered a new, high-profile phase in New York, as the Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, formally addressed Permanent Representatives of African nations to the United Nations at a reception in Nigeria House on Wednesday 10 September 2025.… More...

Ogbeifun, Maiguwa, Akinola named in 8- man committee to tackle war risk premiums

 

Ogbeifun, Maiguwa, Akinola, Others Named in 8-Man Committee to Tackle War Risk Premiums

By Babatunde Aremu

The Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN) has constituted an eight-man committee to drive the implementation of resolutions reached at the just concluded 3rd Annual Maritime Lecture (MAMAL 2025), with particular focus on ending the War Risk Insurance (WRI) premiums imposed on vessels calling at Nigerian ports.… More...