Nigeria has stepped up its efforts to secure a seat on the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council as the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, launched a high-level …
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Despite Piracy Drop, Shipowners Still Spend Up to $8,000 Daily on Security Escorts in Nigerian Waters
Maritime industry stakeholders have raised concerns over the high cost of marine security in Nigeria, revealing that shipowners still spend between $5,000 and $8,000 daily to hire private security vessels, …
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Nigeria Begins Official Campaign for IMO Council Re-Election
Nigeria has officially launched its campaign to be re-elected into the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Council under Category C for the 2026–2027 term. The event took place at the Delegates’ …
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Nigeria Reaffirms Commitment to Ocean Protection at Monaco Blue Economy Forum
Nigeria has reiterated its commitment to the protection and sustainable management of ocean resources, with the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, representing the country at the Blue …
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FG Saves ₦31bn Through Port Automation in Six Months, Shippers’ Council Pushes for Reforms
The Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) has announced that the Federal Government saved over ₦31 billion in the first half of 2024 through the automation of key port operations, including demurrage, …
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NIMASA Confirms 8-Year Loan Tenure, Single-Digit Interest for Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund
The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has confirmed that the long-awaited Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF) will be disbursed under an eight-year repayment plan with a single-digit interest …
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Vessels’ fund disbursement crucial for maritime growth – Shipowners
The African Shipowners Association has said that the disbursement of the Cabotage Vessels Finance Fund (CVFF) at a single-digit interest rate would bring massive growth opportunities for Nigeria’s maritime industry. …
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APM Terminals has restated its readiness to invest $500 million to expand its operations in Nigeria, as part of efforts to boost the country’s maritime industry and improve port efficiency. …