By Ada Nkong The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) is currently riding a wave of unprecedented growth, making 2025 as a year of transformation for the country’s maritime sector. Since his appointment in July 2024, the Managing Director/CEO, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho has revitalized the agency, turning Nigeria’s ports into models or hubs of efficiency that bolster… Continue reading From Congestion to Global Influence: Review of NPA’s Historic 2025 Maritime Transformation
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Minister of Transportation Condemns Borno Bombing
By Ada Nkong Minister of Transportation, Senator Sa'id Alkali has condemned the bombing at Al Adum Jummuat mosque, located in the Gamboru market area of Maiduguri, which took place on Wednesday 24th December, 2025. In a statement by Umar Alkali Jibril, Special Assistant Media and Publicity, the Minister described the incident as barbaric and inhumane also… Continue reading Minister of Transportation Condemns Borno Bombing
NiMet Hosts Stakeholders’ Engagement Ahead of 2026 Seasonal Climate Prediction
By Ada Nkong In fulfillment of its statutory mandate, the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), has produced the draft 2026 Seasonal Climate Prediction (SCP) and convened a Stakeholders’ Meeting to validate the document and enrich sector-specific advisories through co-creation and co-production. A statement made available to our correspondent says the meeting brought together stakeholders from the… Continue reading NiMet Hosts Stakeholders’ Engagement Ahead of 2026 Seasonal Climate Prediction
Nigeria Joins League of Nations As NCAA Launches Automated Pilot Licencing
By Ada Nkong In a bid to increase Transparency, regulatory integrity and improve service delivery, the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has introduced automation for licensing of pilots and other regulatory processes. Speaking at a digital stakeholders forum on the EPIC PEL/ MED software in Abuja, the Director General NCAA, Capt. Chris NajomoExpressed excitement because the… Continue reading Nigeria Joins League of Nations As NCAA Launches Automated Pilot Licencing
Axion’s Hydroshield Polybond, Totalcrete Cement, Identified as Lasting Solution to Dampness, Moisture-Related Defects
By Ada Nkong Axion Group has presented its breakthrough products — Axion Hydroshield Polybond and Axion Totalcrete Cement — as engineered to deliver 100% waterproof and crack-proof protection for walls, floors and building surfaces, offering a lasting solution to dampness and moisture-related defects. The company further says, the new Canadian-technology products are designed as high-performance… Continue reading Axion’s Hydroshield Polybond, Totalcrete Cement, Identified as Lasting Solution to Dampness, Moisture-Related Defects
Transportation Minister Taxes NRC on Railway Reforms
By Ada Nkong In a bid to increase efficiency, the Minister of Transportation, Senator Said Alkali, has directed the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) to intensify reforms across the nation’s rail network . A statement by Umar Alkali JibrilSpecial Assistant on Media and Publicity to Minister of Transportation says this follows recent public feedback, pointing to… Continue reading Transportation Minister Taxes NRC on Railway Reforms
Ganduje Calls For Synergy To Strengthen Aviation Sector
Ada Nkong Chairman of the Governing Board of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), Dr. Abdullah Ganduje, has called for renewed collective commitment from stakeholders to strengthen the aviation sector and prepare it for the future. Ganduje who made the call while addressing participants at the 4-day FAAN Board and Stakeholders Retreat in Abuja,… Continue reading Ganduje Calls For Synergy To Strengthen Aviation Sector
Dantsoho Jubilates as Nigeria Returns To IMO, Commends Oyetola
By Ada Nkong As Nigeria regains her place as a global player in the Maritime Industry, the Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Nigeria Ports Authority (NPA) Dr Abubakar Dantsoho has celebrated the return of Nigeria into the International Maritime Organization (IMO). Nigeria was elected into Category C at the organisation's event… Continue reading Dantsoho Jubilates as Nigeria Returns To IMO, Commends Oyetola
,Oyetola Leads Nigeria Back Into IMO Council After 14 Years Absence
Ny Ada Nkong CAPTIONMinister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr Adegboyega Oyetola addressing the IMO General Assembly in London on Friday. Nigeria has been elected into Category C of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council for the 2026–2027 biennium. This was contained in a statement on Friday, by Dr Bolaji Akinola, the Special Adviser to… Continue reading ,Oyetola Leads Nigeria Back Into IMO Council After 14 Years Absence
