Angus Obinna Chukwuka
2 Oct
The Admiralty Society of Nigeria (ASN) has called on all maritime agencies to curb the challenges affecting the sector.It also called for safety in the maritime environment and in all maritime operations.
25 Sep
Admiralty Society of Nigeria (ASN) has called on the Federal Government and National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) to elaborate dredging master plan implemented across the country to ensure the safety of waterways, an enhanced ecosystem and an improved environment for maritime businesses.
10 Jan
Admiralty Lawyers Society of Nigeria (ALSN) has called for the amendment of section 251 of the 1999 Constitution to create flexibility in the management and control of maritime.
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