SON seizes N150 million fake phones

The Standards organization of Nigeria (SON) has confiscated over 1000 cartons of phones in Kano and…

NVRI says Nigeria does not need to import poultry

Nigeria has 180 million birds which can meet its poultry needs, and has no need for…

Return of piracy off Somalia possible as foreign trawlers continue with illegal fishing

An organization made up of shipping professionals have sought action against the continued illegal fishing off…

IMB calls for global information sharing centre to combat piracy, illegal migration

The International Maritime Bureau (IMB) has called for a global information sharing centre combat piracy. At…

Cargo losses from Tianjin explosions will hit at least $1.5bn

Explosions in the Chinese port of Tianjin last month would lead to cargo losses of at…

Global Ports hit by Russia’s economic woes

Russian terminal operator Global Ports Investments has been hit hard by the country’s economic woes and…

Panama Canal not satisfied with contractor’s response over leaks

In a brief statement, the Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has said that it was not satisfied…

European parliament calls for shipping to be included in COP21 climate deal

European parliament environment groups are urging EU governments to include the shipping and aviation industries in…

22 dead in Greece-bound migrant boat accident

At least 22 migrants trying to reach Greece by boat, including 11 women and four children,…

Ali goes tough, sends DSS after corrupt Customs officers

Customs Comptroller-General, Hameed Ali has requested for the files of serving Customs officers found to have…

Lagos releases list of trucks that can operate daytime

The Lagos State Government has clarified the section of the Road Traffic Law 2012, which restricted…

NIMASA confirms Ships & Ports report on review of employment

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) yesterday officially confirmed a report published by SHIPS &…