maritime
12 Jun
The Federal Government has been advised to shift its focus from taxation to production to unlock the full potential of the maritime sector and foster sustainable growth within the industry.
2 Jun
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) declared a nationwide strike on Friday, May 31, 2024, over a proposed new minimum wage, following a meeting with the tripartite of the federal government, Labour and the Organised Private Sector (OPS). The Federal Government and the labour unions failed to reach an agreement…
22 May
Thirty-two participating nations have marked the successful conclusion of exercise Obangame Express 2024 in Libreville, Gabon, after two weeks of varied, collaborative training throughout Africa’s West Coast and the Gulf of Guinea.
7 Apr
The Federal Government has been urged to develop an actionable plan that would leverage on the existing laws to ensure increased participation of indigenous operators in the maritime sector.
31 Jan
The Maritime Researchers and Authors Association of Nigeria (MARASSON) has warned that the year holds a bleak future for the maritime industry, especially as 2023 witnessed poor import and export.
25 Jan
Immediate past President General of the Maritime Workers' Union of Nigeria (MWUN), Anthony Nted, has commended the current leadership of the union, led by Adewale Adeyanju, on the achievements recorded so far within the union and the entire maritime sector.
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