Category: National

Nigeria Returns to IMO Council in Category C, Commits to Global Maritime Governance

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History Made as Nigeria secures International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Category C Council seat with 116 votes after sixteen years of failed attempts. The Nigerian delegation, led by the Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, attended the 34th Session of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Assembly in London, where the successful election for the 2026–2027 Category C seat was held on Friday, November 28. Voting was conducted using a physical secret ballot, and the results were announced immediately after the close of the polls and the subsequent tallying…

Bauchi Stands Still as Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi Is Laid to Rest

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By: Bashir Hassan Abubakar Bauchi came to a standstill on Friday as dignitaries and thousands of mourners converged on the state capital for the funeral of renowned Islamic scholar, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi. Vice President Kashim Shettima led the Federal Government delegation to the funeral prayer, following a directive from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Also, in attendance were Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed, Niger State Governor Umaru Bago, ministers, national and state lawmakers, traditional rulers, and leading Islamic clerics. The funeral prayer, led by Maiduguri-based scholar Sheikh Sharif Ibrahim Saleh,…

Bauchi Governor Presents N878.1bn 2026 Budget to State Assembly

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By Bashir Hassan Abubakar Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, on Thursday presented a budget proposal of N878,152,907,900 for the 2026 fiscal year to the State House of Assembly for consideration. Tagged the “Budget of Consolidation and Sustainability,” the governor said the proposal is designed to strengthen financial reporting, boost revenue generation, and sustain ongoing development programmes. Mohammed said the fiscal plan is premised on an oil production estimate of 1.6 million barrels per day, a benchmark oil price of $68 per barrel, and an exchange rate of N1,440 to the…

Dr. Boboye Oyeyemi Takes Helm as CILT Nigeria’s 21st President, Outlines Vision

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Former FRSC Corps Marshal, Dr. Boboye Oyeyemi, has assumed office as the 21st President of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) Nigeria. He was inaugurated at a ceremony held on Thursday, November 27, at the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA) in Victoria Island, Lagos. The ceremony featured the official swearing-in of the new Council Members. Following this, Dr. Oyeyemi unveiled his administration’s key strategic initiative, “Project 2027”. Project 2027 is primarily focused on securing a formal Act of Parliament. This legislative framework is intended to confer CILT…

Bauchi Declares Friday Work-Free Day in Honor of Late Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi 

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By: Bashir Hassan Abubaka: To honor the late Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, whose funeral prayers will be held on Friday, November 28, the Bauchi State Government has declared a public holiday for Friday. The announcement was made in a statement released and signed on Thursday, November 27, by Mukhtar Gidado, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Publicity. ‘’His Excellency, Sen Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed CON, Fnipr ( Kauran Daular Usmaniyya )the  Executive Governor of Bauchi State has declared  tomorrow , Friday 28th November, 2025 as work-free day across…

Nothing Troubles Me More Gravely Than The Security Crisis,’ Tinubu Says

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President Bola Tinubu says insecurity is the most troubling challenge facing Nigeria, with the northern region of particular concern. According to the News Agency of Nigeria, President Tinubu emphasized the need for urgent efforts to rebuild trust, strengthen unity, and restore safety across Nigerian communities in Kaduna on Saturday. Tinubu, represented by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, spoke at the 25th Anniversary of the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) and the launch of its Endowment Fund. The president said insecurity must be tackled decisively to prevent further…

My Day, My Rights: Children Call for Real Change in Bauchi

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By: Bashir Hassan Abubakar Children in Bauchi took centre stage on Thursday as UNICEF Nigeria, Bauchi Field Office, in collaboration with state MDAs, marked the 2025 World Children’s Day with a special interface between children and policymakers. The event created a rare platform where children engaged directly with government officials, community leaders, civil society groups, and the media under the theme “My Day, My Rights.” Speaking at the celebration, the Chief of UNICEF Bauchi Field Office, Dr. Nuzhat Rafique—represented by Oluseyi Olosunde—reminded participants that World Children’s Day commemorates the adoption…

Shippers’ Council Boosts Maritime Police Port Efficiency

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APAPA, Nigeria — Nov. 19, 2025 — The Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) and the Nigeria Police Maritime Command have initiated joint efforts to streamline port operations and mitigate delays stemming from human factors. The continued routine delays in cargo clearance at Nigerian seaports are negatively impacting business and increasing costs for stakeholders. The average dwell time of 21 days is significantly higher than Singapore’s 6 hours and Lome’s 7 days. The Nigerian Shippers’ Council Executive Secretary Akutah Pius Ukeyima emphasized the Maritime Police’s strategic role in trade facilitation and interference…

Nigeria Reports 81% Drop In Terror Deaths Since 2015 Presidency Says

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Nigeria has recorded an 81% decrease in terror-related deaths since 2015, according to the Presidency. In a statement posted on its official X account on Sunday, November 9, the Presidency said the decline reflects improved counter-insurgency operations and stronger collaboration between the country’s security agencies and affected communities. It added that more than 13,000 terrorists have been neutralised in the past year, while over 124,000 fighters and their dependents have surrendered to authorities. The statement also noted that more than 2.1 million internally displaced persons (IDPs) have returned home, with…

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…