The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, and the Ghana Maritime Authority (GMA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen bilateral maritime cooperation, enhance regional maritime governance, and promote the sustainable development of the Blue Economy across West Africa. Speaking during the signing ceremony in Lagos, Director General of NIMASA, Dr Dayo […] The post Nigeria, Ghana strengthen maritime ties with MoU appeared first on Tribune Online.

The Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA), in partnership with Interferry, has delivered Module Two (Seamanship) of the Ferry Safety Development Programme (FSDP), marking another milestone in Africa’s first structured ferry professional development initiative. The module focused on Ropes and Knots, Mooring and Anchoring, and Deck Maintenance. Through self-paced learning, virtual mentoring, expert engagement, and practical […] The post LASWA, Interferry advance seamanship training under ferry safety development programme appeared first on Tribune Online.

Domestic carrier, United Nigeria Airlines, has entered into a strategic partnership with Boulevard Hotels to offer members of its Unity Rewards loyalty programme exclusive hotel benefits. The incentives offered in the programme include: a 25 percent discount on room rates, complimentary breakfast, early check-in, late check-out, and other hospitality perks. The deal expands the airline’s […] The post United Nigeria Airlines offers hotel discounts for loyalty members appeared first on Tribune Online.

A professor of Postharvest Engineering, Energy Studies and Environmental Management at the University of Ibadan, Ademola Kabir Aremu, has advocated increased investment in postharvest engineering He said it is a cost-effective strategy for reducing food losses, improving food availability and strengthening food security in Nigeria. Professor Aremu made the call while delivering the 618th inaugural […] The post Invest in postharvest engineering to curb food losses —Don appeared first on Tribune Online.

The Nigerian Aviation Handling Company PLC (nahco Aviance) has announced the appointment of two new directors to its board. The newly appointed non-executive directors are Mr. Wolemi Esan, SAN and Dr. Julius B. Omodayo-Owotuga. The appointments came on the heels of the retirement of two long-serving directors of the Company: Mr Akinwumi Godson Fanimokun, Independent […] The post NAHCO appoints two new directors into board appeared first on Tribune Online.

…Marwa seeks national action plan to tackle substance abuse By Kingsley Omonobi The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to combating illicit drug use by dismantling drug trafficking networks, expanding access to treatment and rehabilitation, and promoting the wellbeing of Nigerians. Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, gave the assurance […] The post FG reaffirms commitment to fighting drug cartels, expanding rehabilitation services appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting cabin crew safety initiatives and ensuring passengers continue to get best travel experience through stronger collaboration with relevant industry stakeholders. Director-General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), Capt. Chris Najomo, gave the assurance while receiving officials of the NIGAV Centre, accompanied by the reigning King […] The post NCAA backs initiatives to advance cabin crew safety appeared first on Tribune Online.

Africa’s airline industry is entering a new phase of competition as carriers intensify efforts to capture a larger share of the continent’s regional air travel market through fleet expansion, network growth and strategic partnerships. Driven by the implementation of the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM), improving economic integration under the African Continental Free Trade […] The post SAATM drives African airlines’ race for regional market share appeared first on Tribune Online.

Bristow Group has formally introduced an Airbus H160 helicopter into service in Nigeria, marking the aircraft’s first deployment in support of the energy sector and rescue services within the Group and on the African continent. The unveiling, held recently before regulators, energy stakeholders, and industry aviation leaders in Lagos, positions the medium-twin platform as a […] The post Bristow inaugurates first Airbus H160 helicopter for offshore operations appeared first on Tribune Online.

By Ikechukwu Nnochiri On April 23, Vanguard Law & Human Rights highlighted some of the challenges plaguing the Nigerian judiciary, chief among them the judiciary’s continued reliance on analogue systems. This factor, it noted, was partly responsible for the slow pace of justice administration in the country — a situation that breeds widespread public dissatisfaction […] The post Supreme Court goes fully digital, ditches paper records to curb tampering appeared first on Vanguard News.

As part of ongoing efforts to enhance security and deepen community policing across Zamfara State, the Commissioner of Police, Zamfara State Command, CP A. M Bello, paid an operational visit to Bela and Gada communities in Bungudu Local Government Area, where he engaged traditional rulers, community leaders, and other critical stakeholders on prevailing security issues. […] The post Police CP engages Zamfara community on security issues appeared first on Vanguard News.

THE kidnapping and death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar has become more than another tragic headline from Northern Nigeria. It is now a frightening national symbol of a country where insecurity has grown so widespread that even those once entrusted with defending the nation are no longer safe. Even more heartbreaking is the suffering […] The post When Generals fall, Nigeria must confront security collapse appeared first on Tribune Online.

The aviation industry is targeting 10 billion passengers a year by 2050, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA). In its newly released Impact Report 2025, SITA explored how that challenge is already being addressed through technology, with real-world examples from airports, airlines and border agencies around the world. SITA (formerly Société Internationale de […] The post Air transport industry targets 10 billion passengers per year appeared first on Tribune Online.

ELSEWHERE, I had posited that “every age, every generation, produces an iconoclast, an eclectic, eccentric, a quirky and unusual figure, who ironically represents the measure, the values, and indeed, the essence of that age or generation and becomes the icon of that age or generation. They are not conventional persons, they are peculiar, odd, aberrant, […] The post Kanu Godwin Agabi at 80 appeared first on Tribune Online.

Nigeria’s aviation stakeholders have called for stronger government support for private investors, because sustained policy backing, improved access to financing, and investment-friendly regulations are essential to accelerate infrastructure development, expand airline capacity, and enhance the sector’s contribution to national economic growth. They maintained that while private capital has continued to drive significant investments across the […] The post Stakeholders seek stronger government backing for aviation investors appeared first on Tribune Online.

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has urged the Lagos Division of the Court of Appeal to nullify the acquittal of Lagos socialite and nightclub owner, Mike Nwalie, popularly known as Pretty Mike, over alleged drug-related offences. Justice Ambrose Lewis-Allagoa had discharged Nwalie, the owner of Proxy Lagos Nightclub in Victoria Island, Lagos, along […]

The Senate on Wednesday advanced moves to strengthen Nigeria’s fight against counterfeit medicines and unsafe food products, approving for second reading a bill proposing tougher penalties, asset forfeiture and stronger enforcement measures against offenders. The proposed Counterfeit Medical Products, Fake Drugs and Unwholesome Processed Foods (Prohibition and Control) Bill, 2026 (SB.951), sponsored by Senator Umar […]