Author: Mujeedat
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…
Victorious members of Team Nigeria to the World Youth Scrabble Championships in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia are due in Abuja on Wednesday. The team of four players and one official is expected to touch down in the nation’s capital by 12.05pm aboard Ethiopian Airlines. Team Nigeria through Sophia Ebube Ekeruche, won the Best Female crown at the World Youth Scrabble Championships, the first time a wordsmith from the continent is achieving such a feat. Only last month, Sophia Ebube Ekeruche, made history by winning the U-15 category at the African Youth Scrabble Championships in Kenya, the first female to do so…
The government of Indonesia has approved maritime training scholarships worth $1.3m USD to the Maritime Organisation of West and Central Africa (MOWCA) for training of 96 persons. Secretary General of MOWCA, Dr. Paul Adalikwu who confirmed this after signing an agreement with the Indonesian authorities for the training said seafarers from West and Central Africa would be availed the opportunity in two seperate programmes. He added that the slots for the training is to be distributed among member states of the organisation. Giving a breakdown of the programmes, Dr Adalikwu said one of the courses is a Training of Trainers…
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, urged the Brazilian business community to seize the vast investment opportunities available in the state and maintained that Delta is strategically positioned to become a hub for trade, agriculture, energy, and industrial development in Nigeria and West Africa. The Governor made the call while delivering his remarks at the “Delta State-Focused Business and Investment Roundtable” in São Paulo, where he highlighted the state’s natural endowments, strategic location, and ongoing reforms aimed at creating a friendly environment for investors. Oborevwori noted the strong ties between Nigeria and Brazil, citing similarities in population size, agricultural potential, cultural…
Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola has commended Dr Paul Adalikwu, Secretary of the Maritime Organisation of West and Central Africa (MOWCA) for his contribution in mobilising support for Nigeria’s bid to clinch a Category C seat on the council of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) The Minister who stated this on Friday during a visit to the MOWCA headquarters in Abidjan said Nigeria is ever willing to fulfill it’s obligations in support of the organisation Oyetola who was represented by Dr. Dayo Mobereola, the Director General of Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) said Nigeria has…