IMO Urges Urgent Action as Piracy Returns to Gulf of Aden
The IMO has called for urgent international action after piracy returned to the Gulf of Aden. More than 90 seafarers are reportedly being held captive.
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Ghana, IMO and GMA Train Seafarer Certification Examiners to Strengthen Assessment Frameworks
Ghana, the IMO and GMA have launched a regional training programme to strengthen seafarer certification assessments and improve compliance with international maritime standards.
Nigeria Customs Strengthens Security Collaboration With Police, NSCDC in Benue
The Nigeria Customs Service has reinforced its partnership with the Police and NSCDC in Benue State to enhance intelligence sharing, border security, and coordinated law enforcement operations.
Sierra Leone and Ghana Lead High-Level Maritime Partnership Dialogue With Korea Maritime and Ocean University
Ghana and Sierra Leone have engaged Korea Maritime and Ocean University in a high-level dialogue to boost maritime education, research, and capacity building.
Western Indian Ocean Pushes Stronger Maritime Information Sharing to Boost Regional Security
Western Indian Ocean states are strengthening maritime information sharing to improve security, coordination, and surveillance across the region.
Nigeria Customs Chief Calls for Stronger Partnerships to Speed Up Cargo Clearance at PTML
Nigeria Customs Acting Area Controller Nura Miko has called for stronger collaboration with stakeholders to further reduce cargo clearance times at PTML and enhance trade facilitation in Lagos.
Nigeria Loses Over $600 Million in Customs Revenue to Illegal Sale of Empty Containers, Expert Claims
Nigeria may have lost more than $600 million in customs duties and VAT over 30 years due to illegal sales of empty shipping containers, according to trade expert Okey Ibeke.
AUN-CEFAAB Pushes Practical Solutions for Africa’s Fisheries and Blue Economy
AUN-CEFAAB is advancing practical solutions for Africa’s fisheries and blue economy, focusing on research, innovation, governance and sustainable aquatic resource management.
Court of Appeal Orders FDA to Pay Over GH¢30 Million in Damages to Tobinco
The Court of Appeal has reportedly ordered Ghana’s Food and Drugs Authority to pay more than GH¢30 million in damages to Tobinco Pharmaceuticals.