Blue Economy
Anti-Corruption Network Says NIMASA Reforms Are Boosting Maritime Transparency
The Maritime Anti-Corruption Network (MACN) has commended the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) for reforms it says are improving transparency, accountability...
High charges, delays undermine Nigeria’s maritime hub
By Benson Daniel High port charges, congestion and prolonged cargo clearance delays are undermining Nigeria’s ambition to become a leading maritime hub in...
US Lifts 12 Year Condition of Entry Restriction on Nigerian Vessels
By Benson Daniel The United States Coast Guard has lifted the 12 year Condition of Entry restriction imposed on vessels calling at designated...
NPERA Begins Port Economic Regulation, Moves to Promote Fair Tariffs
By Benson Daniel The Nigeria Port Economic Regulatory Agency has commenced operations as the new statutory economic regulator of the country’s ports, with...
FG, USDA Partner to Strengthen Nigeria’s Fisheries and Aquatic Value Chain
By Benson Daniel The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to working with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food for Progress...
NIMASA Introduces New Standards for Seafarers’ Education and Training
By Benson Daniel The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency has introduced new standards for the education, training, assessment and certification of seafarers...
Somalia Targets $2bn Blue Economy as Government Steps Up Maritime Security
By Benson Daniel Somalia is seeking to unlock an estimated $2 billion annual potential from its fisheries sector as the government intensifies efforts...
Senate Suspends Coast Guard Bill, Seeks Wider Consultations.
The Senate has suspended further legislative action on a bill seeking to establish a Nigerian Coast Guard, citing concerns over possible duplication of...
