NIMASA wields big stick over non- compliance to Nigeria’s maritime laws, regulations
As part of efforts to ensure full compliance with existing maritime laws and regulations, the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency NIMASA, has commenced special operational enforcement code named “Operation…
NCC sets 45-day deadline for licensees to harmonise 10% shareholding threshold
Executive Vice Chairman/CEO, NCC, Dr. Aminu Maida. The Nigerian Communications Commission NCC, the country’s telecom regulator, has set a 45-day deadline effective December 17, 2025 for licensees who have shuffled…
UN boss Mohamed Fall, seeks special protection of civilians, schools in Nigeria’s Niger State
ABUJA, January 6, 2026 - The United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, Mohamed Malick Fall, has called for stronger protection of civilians, civilian spaces and schools following a…
How NIMASA ended 2025 on high
By Osagie Edward The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has ended the year 2025 on an impressive note, recording far-reaching achievements that have strengthened Nigeria’s maritime sector and…
Fidelity Bank donates hoses, water pumps to boost sustainable firefighting practices
From left: Lagos State Controller, Federal Fire Service, (Controller of Fire), Adebayo Funke; Marketing Business Partner, Fidelity Bank Plc; Tolulope Rojaiye, Assistant Superintendent of Fire, Ishola Folorunsho Olufemi; and Station…
Fidelity Bank appoints Onwughalu as Chairman as Chike-Obi’s tenure ends
New Chairman of Board of Fidelity Bank, Mrs. Amaka Onwughalu. Tier one lender, Fidelity Bank Plc, has announced the completion of the tenure of Mr. Mustafa Chike-Obi as Chairman of…
NCC seeks stakeholders’ inputs on draft five-year Spectrum Roadmap, 60 GHz License-Exempt Guidelines
The Nigerian Communications Commission NCC, is currently seeking stakeholders’ inputs on the newly unveiled two major regulatory draft documents expected to shape the country’s communications landscape over the next five…
Russia, Ukraine trade strikes on Black Sea Ports
Russia and Ukraine struck each other’s Black Sea ports overnight, damaging infrastructure including an oil refinery, according to reports by Bloomberg News A drone attack on the Russian coastal city…
Deeper Life Bible Church kicks off New Year with Special Covenant Services
The Deeper Life Bible Church has announced a special series of Sunday services throughout January 2026, describing the programme as a spiritual launchpad for a “fruitful, fulfilling and victorious” new…
West Africa stowaway cases surging despite repeated shipboard checks
Shipowners have warned of rising costs and risks from persistent port-side breaches Insurance. China Shipowners Mutual P&I Association, also known as China P&I Club, has flagged a renewed surge in…
