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Adegboyega Oyetola, Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, has announced a staggering 90% rise in revenue earned by Nigeria’s blue economy sector. He expressed confidence that, with continuing changes, the sector will overtake the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) in income generation.

Speaking at the “My Harassment-Free Ship” 2025 Day of the Seafarers celebration in Port Harcourt, Oyetola emphasized the importance of port automation, modernization, and digital transformation as key drivers of this progress.

“In a short period of time, we boosted our revenue by at least 90%. “We are confident that with continued modernization and technology adoption, the blue economy will eventually outperform the NNPC in terms of revenue generation,” the minister stated.

NPA forecasts ₦1.27 trillion revenue by 2025.
The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) anticipates a 40% rise in revenue from ₦894.86 billion in 2024 to over ₦1.27 trillion by 2025, in line with the minister’s declaration. The NPA’s estimate is based on increased operational efficiency, full activation of the Dangote Refinery’s marine infrastructure, and the deployment of cutting-edge technology in Nigerian ports.

Managing Director of the NPA, Abubakar Dantsoho, presented the data during a budget defense session with the House Committee on Ports and Harbours, noting that capital projects will account for more than 70% of 2025 spending.

Maritime Labor E-Platform Launched
To improve transparency and labour governance, the federal government has launched the Maritime Labour E-Platform, a digital portal that will streamline maritime worker administration. The technology enables real-time data access, encourages regulatory compliance, and centralizes workforce management.

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“This e-platform is a bold step toward digital governance, improved service delivery, and industry-wide innovation,” Oyetola said, pushing all stakeholders to adopt the system.

Promoting Seafarers’ Welfare and Safety.
Oyetola, speaking on the topic of the 2025 celebration, underlined the need of eliminating harassment and bullying in the marine sector. He underlined the ministry’s commitment to raising seafarer education to international standards and fully complying with the STCW Convention, including anti-harassment training.

He also applauded NIMASA’s new Collective Bargaining Agreement, which established standards for fair compensation, reasonable working conditions, and conflict resolution for seafarers.

NIMASA Encourages Alignment with MLC 2006 Amendments
Dr. Dayo Mobereola, Director-General of NIMASA, has urged shipowners and crewing agencies to update their operations manuals in accordance with the recently approved changes to the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) 2006.

The reforms address crucial problems such as recognising seafarers as key workers, improving safety, shore leave, and repatriation benefits. The revised rules are planned to go into force internationally by December 2027.

“These reforms represent a global agreement to safeguard seafarers and ensure fair treatment. “Our operators must quickly align to ensure compliance,” Mobereola stated.

With substantial progress in modernization, regulation, and human capital development, Nigeria’s blue economy is developing as a crucial source of national revenue. The government’s commitment to building a harassment-free, digitally enabled maritime industry is a solid foundation for long-term success.

Abuja, June 26, 2025 – Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi met with former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice Abubakar Malami in Abuja in an effort to spark new political discourse ahead of the 2027 general election.

Dr. Yunusa Tanko, interim national coordinator of the Obidient Movement Worldwide, verified the meeting, which took place on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at Malami’s office. Tanko announced the meeting in a post on X (previously Twitter), describing it as part of Peter Obi’s ongoing efforts to develop coalitions within Nigeria’s political landscape.

“On June 25th, 2025, the Obedient Movement welcomed another senior member into its fold. “This is part of our mission to build bridges and free Nigerians from the daily hardships they face,” Tanko said.

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Photographs from the encounter show Obi and Malami conversing amicably, fueling suspicion about a potential alliance or political partnership. Tanko later clarified in an interview with TheCable that, while the meeting was noteworthy, Malami did not formally join the Obedient Movement.

The Obidient Movement, which emerged as a powerful political force during the 2023 elections, continues to gain momentum as a platform for reform, public involvement, and cross-party collaboration.

Under Governor Seyi Makinde’s direction, the Oyo State government has proclaimed Friday, June 27, to be a day off for all employees.
Professor Olanike Adeyemo, the Secretary to the State Government, made the announcement in a statement on Wednesday, June 25.

In honor of Hijrah, the start of the new Islamic calendar, the day was deemed work-free, according to Naija News. Smartphones from POCO

The message urged Muslims and other state citizens to commemorate the Islamic New Year and consider the occasion’s spiritual meaning.

Governor Makinde asked the state’s citizens to use the occasion to offer prayers for long-term peace, harmony, and prosperity for Oyo State and, by extension, Nigeria.

Part of the statement said, “The Governor encourages everyone to take advantage of this opportunity to pray for the peace, harmony, and prosperity of the state in particular, and the nation in general.”

The notification states that the holiday is to be observed in all state offices and public institutions.

Omoyele Sowore, the African Action Congress’s (AAC) 2023 presidential candidate, has claimed that the government is more terrified of unarmed demonstrators than of violent threats.

In an interview on Arise Television on Wednesday, Sowore reportedly stated this while denouncing the government’s continued crackdown on nonviolent demonstrators.

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Sowore responded, “I do,” when asked if he thought the administration was afraid of protesters. I fully do. Because they are capable of responding to those who are shooting at the government, but lack the ability, capacity, and plan to stop the majority, they are more terrified of placards than they are of firearms.

“They are more dangerous when their light numbers are carrying placards than when they are carrying guns.”

The government is more terrified of unarmed protestors than of violent threats, according to Omoyele Sowore, the African Action Congress’ (AAC) 2023 presidential candidate.
Sowore stated this in an appearance on Arise Television on Wednesday, according to reports, while denouncing the government’s continued repression of nonviolent demonstrators.
When asked if he thought the administration was afraid of protesters, Sowore replied, “I do.” I totally do. They fear placards more than they fear firearms because, although they are capable of responding to those who are shooting at the government, they lack the ability, capacity, and plan to stop the majority.

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It is more perilous for them in their light numbers to carry placards than for those with guns.
In addition, Sowore called the government’s treatment of the 11 #EndBadGovernance treason trial “politically motivated and without merit.”

“As is common in Nigerian law enforcement, the prosecutors in this case came to court requesting an adjournment, stating that the police officer who initiated the prosecution had retired, which is untrue,” he stated. He was not retired. He changed his age, which led to his termination from the police force. First of all, the person who made the charges will also be charged around a week from now for changing his age.

Most certainly, those were minors. Yes. And the allegations were promptly dropped due to the embarrassment that accompanied that. They wish to keep using these, however, in order to deter future innocent protesters.

According to General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), a former military president, Northern Nigeria needs powerful supporters who would genuinely work to improve the region and protect its interests.
According to reports, IBB said this while officials from the Arewa Cohesion for Peace, Unity and Development Initiative, led by Alhaji Attahiru Dalhatu Bafarawa, the former governor of Sokoto State and chairman of the organization’s board of trustees, visited his hilltop residence in Minna, Niger State, on Wednesday.
IBB extended his support and applauded the initiative to start the movement.

He underlined that, especially at this point in Nigerian history, the North needs a movement of this kind supported by respectable people like Alhaji Bafarawa and the movement’s director general, Dr. Abdullahi Idris.
He asked the Arewa cohesion authorities to continue to be steadfast in protecting the country’s interests as well as those of the north.

“This new advocacy group for northern unity and good governance has emerged at a critical time when the region needs strong voices,” the former military leader said.

According to Alhaji Attahiru Dalhatu Bafarawa, the Chairman of the Board of Trustees, the Arewa Cohesion Movement was founded because the North needs a strong voice to protect its interests in national affairs.

Nigerians Will Sleep Better If There Is Peace – Bafarawa
Both the North and Nigeria urgently need peace and efficient democratic processes to fulfill the demands of the people, Alhaji Bafarawa said in a press conference after his conversation with IBB about the situation of the country and the future of the North.

He stressed that it is improper to blame Nigeria’s problems on any one area and called on leaders and citizens to stand together in order to progress the country.

“We’ve come to see how our leader is doing and to get his opinion on the state of affairs and how to proceed with Nigeria.

Therefore, it is up to us to figure out how we can help ourselves—not even the government. Nigerians will sleep comfortably if there is calm. Thus, it is our responsibility to explore what we can do to help the north and the nation as a whole advance.

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When we explained the reason for our visit, he blessed us and promised to continue guiding us in all that we do.

“This nation needs peace and harmony. Furthermore, democracy cannot exist without opposition. Thus, we must let democracy flourish. Thus, I fail to see why anyone should claim that there is no opposition.
“I am currently on sabbatical leave. I haven’t given politics up entirely. But as of right now, I am not a member of the APC, the PDP, or any other political party—not even the coalition movement. I’m conducting my politics in a really constructive manner so that people will see what it’s all about. According to Bafarawa, “even if we are going to help anybody, you have to come up with a blueprint to tell us the problems and we see how we can assist and support you to move our region and the country forward.”

Bafarawa stated that it is incorrect to attribute the nation’s problems to a specific area, stating that “if your head or your eye is sick, it will affect all your body.” No Nigerian understands this nonsense of referring to the North or the South. Let’s make sure Nigeria is a part of anything we do.

The initiative’s goal, according to Dr. Abdullahi Idris, Director General of Arewa Cohesion, is to “promote unity and development in the North, ensuring that appropriate measures are taken to foster the region’s progress.”

He stated that Nigerians are not happy with the current security issues, emphasizing the need for group efforts to effect positive change.

He conveyed his appreciation to the former president for his cooperation and support of the cause.