CAPTIONMinister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola (middle) receiving the report of the Special Committee on the Prevention of Boat Mishaps in Nigeria from the Committee Chairman and Managing Director of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Mr. Bola Oyebamiji, in Abuja on Friday 1st August 2025. In furtherance of the objective of ending… Continue reading Oyetola Vows Commits to End Boat Mishaps, Receives Committee Report
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NSIB to Step up Safety Oversight With Multimodal Instruments
By Ada Nkong The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB)Â says as part of its strategic vision, the Bureau is finalising two critical regulatory frameworks, the NSIB Casualty Investigation Regulations for the Maritime Mode of Transport and the Rail and Track Accident Investigation Regulations for the Rail sector. A statement signed by Bimbo Oladeji, Director public… Continue reading NSIB to Step up Safety Oversight With Multimodal Instruments
Kaduna State to Enjoy Federal Government Collaboration on Light Rail Development
…says transportation is the gateway to a nation’s economy By Ada Nkong The Federal Government says it is ready to collaborate with the Kaduna state government on the construction of light rail projects to ease transportation . The Minister of Transportation, Senator Said Ahmed Alkali disclosed this while receiving a delegation led by the governor… Continue reading Kaduna State to Enjoy Federal Government Collaboration on Light Rail Development
World Day of the Seafarer 2025: Capt. Caleb Danladi Calls for Harassment Free Maritime Industry
By Ada Nkong As the world marks the International Day of the Seafarer 2025, Maritime Advocate and Master Seafarer Captain Caleb Danladi has called for an end to workplace harassment in the Maritime industry. In a statement made available to Newsannex, Captain Danladi called on stakeholders in the sector to take firm action against harassment… Continue reading World Day of the Seafarer 2025: Capt. Caleb Danladi Calls for Harassment Free Maritime Industry
Transport Minister Seeks Deeper Collaboration With China for Rail Power, Security Infrastructure
By Ada Nkong Minister Of Transportation, Sen. Said Ahmed Alkali has called on Chinese and foreign investors to invest in Nigeria's railway infrastructure such as the power supply schemes, integrated security solutions, and real-time monitoring systems to secure the corridors and ensure reliable service delivery. Speaking at the 16th International Infrastructure Investment And Construction Forum… Continue reading Transport Minister Seeks Deeper Collaboration With China for Rail Power, Security Infrastructure
Oyetola to Lead Nigeria’s Delegation to United Nations Ocean Conference in France
By Ada Nkong The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, will lead Nigeria’s delegation to the third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3), scheduled to take place from June 9 to 13, 2025, in Nice, France. A statement signed by Dr Bolaji Akinola, special assistant media and communications to the Minister says Oyetola will… Continue reading Oyetola to Lead Nigeria’s Delegation to United Nations Ocean Conference in France
Plateau State Establishes Africa’s First Climate Assembly
By Ada Nkong The Executive Director of the Climate Adaptation Business Alliance (CABA), Suleiman Dikwa has congratulated Plateau State for pioneering the establishment of Africa’s first Climate Assembly. In a statement made available to our correspondent, Dikwa describing it as a historic milestone said it not only signifies a remarkable achievement in climate governance but… Continue reading Plateau State Establishes Africa’s First Climate Assembly
Oyetola Commits to End Cabotage Waivers, Back Indigenous Shipping to Boost Maritime Sector
By Ada Nkong In a decisive move to strengthen Nigeria’s maritime sector, create jobs, and boost indigenous participation in the shipping industry, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, His Excellency Adegboyega Oyetola , has announced plans to bring an end to the issuance of waivers under the Coastal and Inland Shipping Act of 2003.… Continue reading Oyetola Commits to End Cabotage Waivers, Back Indigenous Shipping to Boost Maritime Sector
Newly Approved National Marine and Blue Economy Policy: Oyetola Hails FEC
By Ada Nkong Minister for Marine and Blue Economy,Adegboyega Oyetola says FEC approval of the Marine and Blue Economy policy will lead to sustainable prosperity for Nigeria. Nigeria took a bold step toward unlocking the full potential of its marine and coastal resources as the Federal Executive Council (FEC) on Monday, May 5, 2025, approved… Continue reading Newly Approved National Marine and Blue Economy Policy: Oyetola Hails FEC
