Category: Transport

CILT INDUCTS 365, BOOSTING PROFESSIONALISM IN NIGERIA’S LOGISTICS SECTOR

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Adebokun further stated that CILT had raised the standardisation bar, “More importantly, Nigeria over the years have not had professionals running the logistics and transportation sector. CILT is now playing a prominent role in terms of professionalisation, in terms of certification, in terms of setting standards.” Our correspondent spoke with several inductees, who expressed their gratitude. One inductee noted, “The Institute is soaring. This is the first time we, the Institute, have had an induction of this nature. … …Tasks inductees to excel. The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport…

Clear Passage: NIWA Launches Swift Cleanup of Water Hyacinth to Clear Ikorodu Waterways.

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The National Inland Waterways Authority,(NIWA), has concluded arrangements to clear a widespread water hyacinth infestation affecting the Ikpakodo and Ebutte jetties in the Ikorodu Waterways, Lagos. Confirming the action, the Lagos Area Manager for the authority, Engr. Sarat Braimah, said the exercise was a preventive measure to curb the recurring menace of the invasive weed before it disrupts transportation and fishing activities. ” We have carefully studied the pattern and spread of the water hyacinth and decided to act swiftly to mitigate its impact before it causes disruptions to boat…

Logistics and Transport Critical to National Security, Development, CDS Musa tells CILT NIG.

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 …. Institute inducts 363 New Members During Annual General Meeting General Christopher Gwabin Musa, OFR, Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), highlighted the critical role of Transport and Logistics in National Security and Development. The Defence Chief, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, informed professional members of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT NIG) about this during the institute’s 2025 National Conference and Annual General Meeting at the Civic Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos, from October 22-24. The theme for this year’s conference was “Enhancing Logistics and Transport for Sustainable…

Bature Takes CILT Lagos Branch Chair, Overcoming Soledetun

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Dr. Dorcas Daniel-Bature, FCILT, has been formally declared the winner of the chairmanship election by The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT), Lagos Branch, Nigeria. She won with 67 votes, defeating TPL Soledetun Abdulkarim-Yusuf, FCILT, who received 43 votes. Announcing the results, Mrs. Juliana Saka, FCILT, the Chairperson of the 2025 CILT Lagos Branch Election, gave a breakdown of the voting figures. She thanked members for their compliance and professionalism. Saka then announced the results for other positions as follows: Welfare Officer, Mrs. Oladipo (unopposed), who scored 102 votes; Public Relations,…

Ijebu-Ode Dry Port: FG takeover Set To Boost Trade, Logistics

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The Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy has partnered with the Ogun State Government to develop the Ijebu-Ode Inland Dry Port project, located along the Epe-Mojoda Expressway. In his address during the official handover ceremony of the 130-hectare project site and title documents to the Federal Government, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, His Excellency, Adegboyega Oyetola, CON, said the development of the Ijebu-Ode Inland Dry Port would revamp and position Ogun State as an industrial hub The minister was represented by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry…

Countries Supporting IMO NZF Will Face Severe Raft Penalties, US WARNS

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The Trump administration has warned countries against supporting the IMO’s Net-Zero Framework (NZF) at the upcoming extraordinary meeting of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) on October 14-17. The administration is considering imposing penalties on “yes” voters, which could include blocking vessels, applying visa restrictions, and charging port fees According to Seatrade Maritime News, “ The current US administration had already made its ‘unequivocal’ rejection of the US net zero plan and threatened retaliation against states voting in Favor of it at the extraordinary meeting of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) from…

VP Kashim Shattima Invites Investors to Explore Opportunities in Bauchi State

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By: Bashir Hassan Abubakar Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on both local and foreign investors to take advantage of the vast economic opportunities in Bauchi State. He made the call while representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the opening of the Bauchi State Economic and Investment Summit. The Vice President said the federal government is committed to building a stable and profitable business environment, assuring investors of continuous reforms to boost economic growth and ease of doing business across all sectors. Shettima commended Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Mohammed,…

Shippers’ Council’s Q2 Intervention Saves Economy N175m, Resolves 40 Disputes.

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The Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), the nation’s Port economic Regulator, helped stakeholders in the Marine and Blue Economy recover over N175.8 million and $30,000 USD in Q2 2025, addressing complaints lodged by industry players Formal records from the NSC Complaints quarterly newsletter, published in the Industry Newspaper, Shipping Position, Vol. 18 N0.44, dated Monday, October 6th, show that the Council received 40 complaints between April and June 2025. The complaints were filed by various stakeholders, including importers, exporters, shipping companies, agents, and an oil and gas firm. Shipping Position further reported that’…

Dangote Group Agrees to Reabsorb Disengaged Staff, Resolving Labor Dispute

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After a peace meeting, the Dangote Group has agreed to redeploy workers who were previously sacked by its subsidiary, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery. The agreement followed negotiations involving government officials and union representatives to resolve the labor dispute. The resolution was made known on Wednesday, October, 1st by the ministry of labour and employment in a statement on the outcome of the reconciliation meetings held on Monday and Tuesday. Aliko Dangote, founder of Dangote Group, and representatives of the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) met…

NOA: 5% fuel tax to boost road funds, eventually ease travel costs

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The National Orientation Agency (NOA) says the reintroduction of a 5 percent fuel surcharge on petroleum products will go a long way to benefit Nigerians. A surcharge is an additional charge, fee, or tax added to the cost of a product or service beyond the initially quoted price. Petroleum products include petrol, diesel, and compressed natural gas (CNG). In a post on X on Tuesday, NOA said the introduction of a 5 percent fuel surcharge aligns with a global trend already in place in over 150 countries. According to the…