Latest maritime news in nigeria

Here are some of the latest maritime news in Nigeria:

  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 144.5 million metric tons of cargo. (Source: ThisDay Live)
  4. NIMASA Introduces New Guidelines for Shipowners: NIMASA has introduced new guidelines for shipowners operating in Nigeria, aimed at promoting safety and security in the country's maritime sector. (Source: Daily Trust)
  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 Ship Registry Now Open to Foreign Vessels: The Nigerian Ship Registry has been opened to foreign vessels, allowing them to register and operate in the country's waters. (Source: BusinessDay)
  7. Apapa Port Congestion: FG to Introduce New Traffic Management System: The Federal Government has announced plans to introduce a new traffic management system at the Apapa Port to reduce congestion and improve efficiency. (Source: Punch Newspapers)
  8. 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)
  9. 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: The Nation)
  10. FG to Invest N500bn in Maritime Infrastructure: The Federal Government has announced plans to invest N500 billion in maritime infrastructure, including the construction of new ports and the upgrade of existing ones. (Source: Daily Trust)

These are some of the latest maritime news in Nigeria. The country's maritime sector is a significant contributor to its economy, and there are ongoing efforts to develop and improve it.