The fight against smuggling in Nigeria’s maritime corridor took center stage at the 2026 Annual General Meeting and Awards Ceremony of the Congress of Maritime Media Practitioners (CONMMEP) in Lagos, where respected maritime expert Dr. Eugene Nweke delivered a keynote lecture on the need for stronger journalism, intelligence sharing, and public accountability. In a paper titled “Maritime Security, Trade Facilitation and the Media: The Role of the Media in Curbing Smuggling in Nigeria’s Maritime Corridor,” Dr. Nweke said smuggling remains one of the most serious threats to Nigeria’s economy, national security, and legitimate trade. He warned that the maritime…
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The President of the Congress of Nigerian Maritime Media Practitioners (CONMMEP), Udo Onyeka, has welcomed members, guests, and maritime stakeholders to the association’s 2026 Annual General Meeting and Lecture, describing the gathering as a major milestone in the group’s five-year journey. In his address, Onyeka said CONMMEP, since its establishment in 2021, has remained committed to promoting excellence in maritime journalism and encouraging constructive engagement within the maritime sector. He thanked members for their support, commitment, and belief in the association’s vision, noting that their participation has been central to its progress. He also expressed appreciation to the executive…
The Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), and Permanent Representative of Nigeria with the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), Prof. Charles Anosike, participated in the WMO Executive Council Side Event on “Scaling AI-Powered Weather Services for Farmers” held at the WMO Headquarters. The event brought together global leaders, meteorological experts, and development partners to discuss how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can enhance weather forecasting, strengthen climate services for agriculture, and improve food security through innovative partnerships. Speaking during the session, Prof. Anosike highlighted that effective AI-driven weather forecasting begins with quality observations, stressing the need to address…
NiMet, China Meteorological Administration Deepen Cooperation On AI And Early Warning Systems On the sidelines of the 80th Session of the WMO Executive Council, the Director-General/CEO of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) and Permanent Representative of Nigeria with the WMO, Prof. Charles Anosike, held a bilateral meeting with the Administrator and Director-General of the China Meteorological Administration (CMA) and Permanent Representative of China with the WMO, Dr. Chen Zhenlin, to reaffirm the long-standing partnership between both countries and explore new areas of collaboration. Both Permanent Representatives expressed commitment to advancing cooperation through the adoption and customization of the MAZU AI…
DataPro has unveiled plans for a training program designed to equip professionals, team members and other stakeholders within institutions and organizations with the technical expertise and enterprise-wide perspective needed to consolidate Credit, Market, Operational, Compliance and Liquidity risks into a cohesive ERM framework, execute complex risk calculations including IFRS 9 ECL, VaR, and EVE, and meet Basel III/IV and CBN RBS requirements with confidence. Through stress testing simulations and practical application of the Three Lines of Defense, participants will transition from a reactive mindset to a value-driven, proactive risk culture that safeguards institutional resilience and optimizes risk-weighted returns. This…
Uchenna Cecil izuora Vera Osakpo celebrates another year of a life defined by excellence, dedication, and service to the media industry. A seasoned broadcaster, presenter, and media executive, she has built an impressive career spanning television, live magazine production, and journalism, earning respect for her professionalism and commitment to quality storytelling. Over the years, Vera has worked as an NTA presenter, head anchor on MITV’s live magazine show, and host, presenter, and manager at Superscreen for 13 years. She is currently the publisher of Point News and also serves as President of the Association of Maritime Journalists of Nigeria,…
Managing Director/CEO NPA Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho (4th Right) Asst. Inspector General of Police (Maritime) AIG Nurat Okunade (4th Left), Rep. Commissioner of Transport Lagos, Mr. Ojowuro Olasunkanmi (2nd Right) Executive Director F&A NPA Mrs Vivian Richard-Edet (3rd Right), Executive Director M&O Engr. Olalekan Badmus(3rd Left), Secretary-General National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders (NAGAFF) Dr. Godfrey Nwosu (1st Right) General Manager Security NPA, Mr. Anthony Edosomwan (2nd Left) and FRSC Sector Commander Lagos, Corp Commander Ganiyu Hamzat (1st Left) on Tuesday 23rd June, 2026 during Port Stakeholders Meeting convened by the NPA to address issues of Jurisdictional Overlaps and…
The conversation about Africa’s growing influence in global marketing and business took centre stage at the Brand Handlers Summit & Awards 2026 in Lagos, where industry leaders highlighted culture, innovation and artificial intelligence as key drivers of the continent’s next phase of growth. Held at Sheba Centre, the summit opened with a keynote presentation by Wole Olagundoye, Managing Director of Outori Limited, who said the next major marketing playbook may no longer come from cities like New York or London, but from African centres such as Lagos, Nairobi and Accra. Speaking on the theme, Marketing the New Africa: Driving…
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau and the Lagos State Waterways Authority have agreed to deepen collaboration aimed at improving safety standards, strengthening incident investigations, and boosting operational efficiency across Lagos waterways. The discussion took place on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, during a courtesy visit by NSIB to LASWA headquarters in Lagos. Both agencies focused on ways to improve safety oversight, share information more effectively, build capacity, and create stronger systems for accident prevention and response in the inland waterways sector. LASWA General Manager and Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Blue Economy, Oluwadamilola Emmanuel, welcomed the NSIB delegation…
Comptroller Bishir Abdullahi Balogun has transformed the Nigeria Customs Service Federal Operations Unit Zone C into a hub of intelligence-led enforcement since taking command in 2025. His strict adherence to rules and operational guidelines has delivered more than ₦5 billion in Duty Paid Value seizures across the South-South and South-East, marking a shift from reactive policing to predictive enforcement. In June 2026, Balogun announced the seizure of foreign vegetable oil worth ₦403.5 million during a press briefing in Owerri on Monday 15 June. Operatives intercepted one truck at 10pm on 9 May along the 9th Mile axis in Enugu…