Joyce Mmereole Okoli The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has dismissed media reports suggesting that a Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC), Skipper, recently intercepted by the United States […]
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NIMASA, TASAC Seal Strategic MoU to Strengthen Regional Maritime Collaboration
Joyce Mmereole Okoli The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has entered into a strategic partnership with the Tanzania Shipping Agencies Cooperation (TASAC) to deepen regional cooperation and accelerate […]
Double Strike: Customs, NDLEA Record 1.1-Tonne Drug Seizure Days After Cocaine Bust
Joyce Mmereole Okoli In yet another major strike against drug cartels, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted 1,187kg of Canadian Loud at […]
Digital Trade, Port Reforms Dominate Agenda as Maritime Media Seminar Hits Decade Milestone
Joyce Mmereole Okoli Lagos will host key maritime regulators, trade operators and journalists on December 17, 2025, as the 10th Anniversary Annual Seminar for Maritime Journalists convenes to advance discussions […]
Customs Reshuffle: Aliyu Steps In at FOU Zone A, Targets Smuggling Syndicates
Joyce Mmereole Okoli Comptroller Gambo Aliyu has officially taken over leadership of the Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone A of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) with a firm pledge to […]
LASWA, NIWA Launch Joint Festive-Season Safety Campaign on Lagos Waterways
Joyce Mmereole Okoli The Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) and the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) have jointly launched an intensive safety campaign to promote safe water transportation across […]
Oyo/Osun Customs Strengthens Royal Alliance in Fight Against Smuggling
Joyce Mmereole Okoli The Customs Area Controller of the Oyo/Osun Area Command, Comptroller Gambo Iyere Aliyu, has reaffirmed the Nigeria Customs Service’s commitment to deeper stakeholder engagement during a courtesy […]
Adeniyi Sets the Tone for Global Customs Leadership at First WCO Policy Session
Joyce Mmereole Okoli Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, has formally chaired his first meeting as Chairperson of the World Customs Organisation (WCO) Council, presiding over the 93rd Session of the […]
Apapa Command Uncovers 25.5kg Cocaine Hidden on MV San Anthonio
Joyce Mmereole Okoli The Apapa Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted 25.5 kilogrammes of cocaine concealed aboard a Brazilian vessel, MV San Anthonio, during an intelligence-led operation […]
Smooth Transition at KLT as Adigun Steps in, Targets Enhanced Service Delivery
Joyce Mmereole Okoli Deputy Comptroller B.L. Adigun has formally assumed duty as the Acting Customs Area Controller of the Kirikiri Lighter Terminal (KLT) Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), […]