Nigerian maritime news

Here are some recent 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's Maritime Sector Records 12% Growth in 2020: The Nigerian maritime sector recorded a 12% growth in 2020, with the country's ports handling a total of 143.5 million metric tons of cargo. (Source: ThisDay Live)
  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: Leadership Newspaper)
  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 Punch)
  6. Nigeria's Shipowners Association Seeks Govt Support: The Nigerian Shipowners Association (NISA) has called on the Federal Government to provide support to the country's shipowners to enable them to compete effectively in the global maritime industry. (Source: Daily Trust)
  7. Apapa Port Congestion: FG to Introduce New Cargo Handling System: The Federal Government has announced plans to introduce a new cargo handling system at the Apapa Port to reduce congestion and improve efficiency. (Source: The Guardian)
  8. NIMASA, Nigerian Navy to Collaborate on Search and Rescue Operations: NIMASA and the Nigerian Navy have signed a MoU to collaborate on search and rescue operations in the country's waters. (Source: Premium Times)
  9. FG to Establish Maritime Museum in Lagos: The Federal Government has announced plans to establish a maritime museum in Lagos to showcase the country's maritime history and promote tourism. (Source: The Nation)
  10. Nigeria's Maritime Sector to Create 1 Million Jobs by 2025: The Nigerian maritime sector is expected to create over 1 million jobs by 2025, according to the Nigerian Shippers' Council. (Source: Leadership Newspaper)

These are just a few of the recent Nigerian maritime news stories.