Day: October 31, 2025

Trade Facilitation: Oyo State Partners FG to Develop Ibadan ICD, Hands 90 Hectares of Land

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The Oyo State Government has on Friday, October 31, handed over title documents of 90 hectares of Land to the Federal Government through the Hon. Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, HE Adegboyega Oyetola, CON, for the development of an Inland Dry Port project at Moniya, Ibadan, Oyo State. The title documents were presented by the Deputy Governor of the State, His Excellency, Barr. Abdul-Raheem Adebayo Lawal. Oyetola was represented at the memorable occasion by the Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Marine & Blue Economy, Mr. Oloruntola Michael Olufemi. In…

CILT AGM: Usoro Unveils Reforms, Celebrates 23 Industry Titans at First-Ever Legacy Awards

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The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT Nigeria) has presented its inaugural ‘Legacy Awards’ to 23 veteran members, recognizing their longstanding contributions to the institution’s growth. Honoring 23 industry titans with Legacy Awards, CILT Nigeria President Barr. (Mrs.) Mfon E. Usoro, FCILT, hosted an Awards and Gala Night on Thursday, October 23, at the Civic Centre in Lagos. The ceremony was a key part of the Institute’s Annual General Meeting and National Conference, which ran from October 22–24. The Legacy Awards was the first of its kind introduced by…

Oyetola: African Shippers Must Engage Lines on Freight Costs to Protect Consumers

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The Hon. Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, CON has called on member States of the Union of African Shippers’ Councils (UASC) to engage shipping lines and international partners to ensure transparency, fairness, and equity in the determination of surcharges and freight rates. Oyetola made this statement in Lagos when declaring open a two-day subregional seminar and meeting of the Standing Committee No 1 on Trade and Transport of the UASC on Wednesday, October 29 2025.The event brought together delegates from 19 member-countries, heads of maritime and trade…

SGF Akume Honored as Shippers Council Names Jos Conference Hall after him, Citing President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Goals

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The Nigerian Shippers Council built and commissioned a new 250-seater conference Centre in Jos, which it named after Dr. George Akume, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF. The SGF commended the Council and the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy while commissioning the project. He described the project as “a testament to commitment and vision” in strengthening Nigeria’s logistics and maritime system. “This edifice is not just a building; it is a statement of vision, a testament to commitment, and a reflection of the renewed energy driving…

MWAN, NEDC Take Cancer Awareness to Bauchi Community

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By: Bashir Hassan Abubakar The Bauchi State Chapter of the Medical Women’s Association of Nigeria (MWAN), in collaboration with the North East Development Commission (NEDC), has conducted a Cancer Awareness Campaign in Dungal community, Bauchi Local Government Area of Bauchi State. The event, held on Thursday, October 30, 2025, drew participants from the State health ministries, civil society organizations (CSOs), MWAN’s national body, NEDC, students, and members of the media. In her welcome remarks, MWAN Bauchi State President, Dr. Ummahani Jafaru, reminded participants that October is globally recognized as Cancer…