Current nigerian maritime news

Here are some current Nigerian maritime news:

  1. NIMASA, Nigerian Navy Collaborate to Combat Piracy: The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) and the Nigerian Navy have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate in the fight against piracy and other maritime crimes in the country. (Source: Vanguard News)
  2. FG Approves N1.5bn for Apapa Port Expansion: The Federal Government has approved N1.5 billion for the expansion of the Apapa Port, which is expected to increase its capacity and reduce congestion in the port. (Source: The Nation)
  3. Nigeria Loses N1.3trn to Maritime Corruption Annually: The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has revealed that the country loses over N1.3 trillion annually to corruption in the maritime sector. (Source: Daily Trust)
  4. NIMASA, IMO Collaborate on Maritime Security: NIMASA and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) have signed a MoU to collaborate on maritime security and safety in the country. (Source: This Day Live)
  5. FG to Establish Maritime University in Delta State: The Federal Government has announced plans to establish a maritime university in Delta State, which will offer courses in maritime studies and provide training for seafarers. (Source: The Guardian)
  6. Nigeria's Maritime Sector Contributes 15% to GDP: The Nigerian maritime sector has been identified as a major contributor to the country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP), accounting for about 15%. (Source: BusinessDay)
  7. NIMASA, Nigerian Ports Authority Collaborate on Port Operations: NIMASA and the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) have signed a MoU to collaborate on port operations and improve the efficiency of port services in the country. (Source: Leadership News)
  8. FG to Establish Maritime Police Force: The Federal Government has announced plans to establish a maritime police force to combat maritime crimes and improve security in the country's ports. (Source: Punch Newspapers)
  9. Nigeria's Maritime Sector Faces Challenges: The Nigerian maritime sector is facing several challenges, including inadequate infrastructure, corruption, and insecurity, which are affecting its growth and development. (Source: The Nation)
  10. NIMASA, International Shipping Federation Collaborate on Maritime Training: NIMASA and the International Shipping Federation (ISF) have signed a MoU to collaborate on maritime training and capacity building in the country. (Source: Daily Trust)

These are some of the current Nigerian maritime news. The maritime sector is a vital part of the country's economy, and these news stories highlight some of the challenges and opportunities facing the sector.