Author: Samuel Odebowale

Non-Oil Exports Record Growth Across Nigerian Seaports

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Non-Oil Exports Record Growth Across Nigerian Seaports

Nigerian seaports have recorded increased throughput of non oil export cargo, reflecting gradual diversification of the national export base. Agricultural produce, processed goods, and solid minerals accounted for a significant share of outbound shipments. The Nigerian Ports Authority attributed the growth to improvements in port operations, digitisation of processes, and rising international demand. Exporters have also benefited from streamlined documentation and reduced turnaround times. Africa Signal Trade Analysts caution that sustaining export growth will require…

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National Assembly Moves to Strengthen Maritime Security Governance

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National Assembly Moves to Strengthen Maritime Security Governance

The House of Representatives has intensified legislative action on maritime security with an expanded focus that links security enforcement to maritime education and human capital development. The initiative is being driven by the House Committee on Maritime Security and Education, which has commenced a wide-ranging review of existing laws, institutional coordination mechanisms, and capacity development structures within the sector. Speaking during a committee session in Abuja, Hon. Khadija Waziri-Bukar Ibrahim, Chairman of the House Committee…

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Lagos State Scales Up Drainage Infrastructure to Mitigate Flood Risks

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Lagos State Scales Up Drainage Infrastructure to Mitigate Flood Risks

The Lagos State Government has scaled up its drainage expansion and flood mitigation programme as part of a broader urban resilience strategy ahead of the peak rainfall season. The intervention covers construction of new drainage channels, rehabilitation of aging infrastructure, and extensive desilting of primary and secondary collectors across flood prone areas of the state. Governor Babajide Sanwo Olu described the initiative as a core component of the administration’s commitment to protecting lives, property, and…

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Edo State Launches Integrated Skills Programme to Tackle Youth Unemployment

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Edo State Launches Integrated Skills Programme to Tackle Youth Unemployment

The Edo State Government has expanded its youth employment and human capital development agenda through an integrated skills development programme designed to align training outcomes with market demand. The initiative targets vocational trades, agribusiness value chains, and digital economy skills, with implementation structured around partnerships with the private sector and accredited training institutions. The Executive Governor of Edo State, Distinguished Senator Monday Okpebholo described the programme as a deliberate shift from short term employment interventions…

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Domestic Shipbuilding and Repair as a Priority Industrial Policy

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Domestic Shipbuilding and Repair as a Priority Industrial Policy

Across Nigeria’s sprawling coastline and bustling ports lies a maritime paradox: though the country handles a large volume of maritime traffic and commerce, much of its vessel repair, maintenance, and construction still depends on foreign shipyards. This reliance drains foreign exchange, incurs high costs and long downtimes, and denies the nation a chance to build a robust maritime industrial base. As global maritime dynamics evolve, now is the moment for Nigeria to reframe domestic shipbuilding…

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