Author: Mujeedat

A group of environmental activists and climate crusaders, the Community Development Advocacy Foundation (CODAF) has raised the alarm over a major environmental and humanitarian disaster unfolding in Odidi Community, Warri South West Council of Delta State following a massive crude oil spill from obsolete and ruptured Trans-Forcados Pipeline (TFP). The spill, which it attributed to the catastrophic failure of obsolete and severely corroded infrastructure, has left the community saturated in toxic hydrocarbons with the volume of spilled oil still unquantifiable. As a critical artery in Nigeria’s oil export network currently operated by Heritage Energy Operational Service Limited, the TFP has…

The flagship “Isoko Mirror Newspaper” will mark a major milestone on Saturday, October 4, 2025, as it celebrates 20 years on newsstand in an event featuring a book launch and conferment of Awards to distinguished individuals. The event will be chaired by Elder Napoleon Akpughe, will take place at Mano Hotel and Suites, Oleh, the headquarters of Isoko South Local Government Area, with activities scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m. As part of the tradition accompanying its anniversary celebrations, Isoko Mirror will recognize and honour outstanding members of society whose work and character exemplify excellence in service and human development.…

The Nigeria Customs Service, Area II Command, Port Harcourt witnessed a change of guard as Comptroller Aliyu M. Alkali formally assumed office as the 26th Customs Area Controller. He succeeded Assistant Comptroller-General of Customs (ACG) Mohammed Babandede, who was recently promoted. According to a statement signed by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSC Theophilus Peter Duniya, the ceremony drew top officials including the Zonal Coordinator, Zone C, ACG Kamal Mohammed the Customs Area Controller of Port Harcourt I Command, Comptroller Salamatu Atuluku; heads of security and regulatory agencies; terminal operators; freight forwarders; and other stakeholders, who warmly received the new…

The Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN) and its Dockworkers Branch have officially inaugurated a unit under the Apapa Bulk Terminal (ABTL), in Apapa, Lagos, recently. The inauguration was witnessed by the leadership of the Union, inclusive of members of the Seafarers’ branch in solidarity with the ABTL unit at the Union’s National Secretariat, 119 Osho Drive, Olodi-Apapa, Lagos. According to Comrade John Kennedy Ikemefuna, Head of Media of MWUN, the elected executives of the new unit are:- Comrades Adebayo Ayodele – Chairman; Chibuzor Uruakpa – Vice Chairman; Ganiyu Olumuyiwa – Secretary; while Sunday John is Assistant Secretary. Others are…

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the Defence Research and Development Bureau (DRDB) on Wednesday, 3 September 2025, jointly tested a homebuilt airboat at Jabi Lake, Abuja. The locally developed vessel, designed to maneuver in shallow and hard-to-reach waterways, was inspected and taken on a test run by officers from both agencies. Experts at the exercise explained its unique capabilities, positioning it as a valuable addition to Nigeria’s security arsenal. Speaking during the exercise, Comptroller Haniel Haddison, who oversees Special Duties at NCS Headquarters, hailed the innovation as a milestone in indigenous technology, emphasising its role in advancing anti-smuggling efforts…

The Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN) under the leadership of Comrade Francis Bunu Abi, the President – General of the Union has commended the managements of Orion Marine Services Limited and Seatransport Ltd, respectively over the unprecedented increment of salaries. The Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria members, who are employees of sailors of Orion and Seatransport increased wages after a review of the sailors salaries, given the compliance of the National Joint Industrial Council work book, the NJIC. The total compliance of the NJIC was achieved by both managements of Orion and Seatransport and the leadership of the Union…

In honour of his exceptional service and significant contributions to Delta State and Nigeria, former Tin Can Island Port Manager, Sylvester Othuke Egede, has been honoured with esteemed royal title of Iyasere of Igbide Kingdom. The title bestows upon him the esteemed position of Traditional Prime Minister and second-highest-ranking figure in Igbide Kingdom, in Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State Egede, a prominent member of the American Society of Safety Professionals and a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, noted that this honor comes at a crucial point in his life and career, as he…

A highly revered Lagos-based On Air Personality, Vera Osokpo has received a Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of her outstanding contributions to the media industry, including her unwavering commitment to promoting free speech, balanced reporting, and developmental journalism. According to the organizers, the award presentation, which was part of Isoko Mirror Newspaper’s 20th-anniversary celebrations, was held at Maṇo Hotel (Yaga) Oleh, Isoko South, in Delta State. Osokpo was also recognized for her selflessness and unwavering commitment to credible journalistic ideals. Presently, Osokpo works as a prominent anchor on the Lagos-based MITV breakfast show, where she has carved a niche for…

Former Nigerian female sprint sensation Favour Ofili has officially confirmed her switch to Turkey. In a statement shared on her X handle @FavOfili, the 21-year-old 200m runner revealed that she has “started a new chapter representing Turkey,” while expressing gratitude for her years competing for Nigeria. “Having won six gold medals, two silvers, and two bronze medals in championship meets and becoming a 200m finalist, I have also experienced the biggest disappointment from AFN and the NOC towards me,” she wrote. “Negligence towards me in Olympic (Tokyo/Paris).” “I have made this decision…while that means sitting out this year’s World Championship…

The Nigeria Customs Service Board (NCSB) has announces a revenue collection of N3,682,496,530,576.48 for the first half of the year which is 11.85% higher than the N390,197,847,119.32 projected revenue for the period. According to the Customs National Public Relations Officer, Abdullahi Maiwada who disclosed this in a press release, this reflects the Service’s strengthened capacity in revenue mobilisation and in practical terms, it signifies that within six months, the NCS has already achieved 55.93% of its annual revenue target. During the Service’s 63rd regular meeting held on 2nd September 2025 and chaired by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister…