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Tributes highlight former NMA president’s legacy in medical research, education and institutional leadership By Okwo romeon|Abuja Former president of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Prof. Innocent Achanya Otobo Ujah, has received tributes from medical leaders and professional groups ahead of his induction into the maiden edition of the Idoma Hall of Fame, in recognition of his contributions to medicine, research, education and institutional development. Ujah, a former director-general of the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR) and pioneer vice-chancellor of the Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo (FUHSO), is scheduled to be inducted in the D1-Academia and Intellectual Achievement category on October 15, 2026, as part of the Idoma Centenary Plus Celebrations. The Northern Caucus of the NMA, led by its leader and former association president, Dr Stephen Churchill Kitchener, described the honour as a fitting recognition of Ujah’s distinguished career and contri...

The Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Shehu Mohammed, has described the death of former Corps Marshal, Dauda Ali Biu, as shocking and sorrowful. In a condolence letter to the Biu family, Mohammed described the late officer as a distinguished professional whose career reflected dedication, discipline and commitment to public service. He said Biu’s death was a painful loss to the FRSC and Nigeria, noting his contributions to road safety administration and institutional development. Biu joined the Corps in its formative years and rose through the ranks to become its seventh substantive Corps Marshal, serving from July 2022 to May 2024. Mohammed prayed to Allah to forgive the deceased’s shortcomings and grant him Aljannatul Firdaus.

A journalist, Umar Lawal Funtua, has returned ₦1.071 million mistakenly transferred to his bank account in a transaction involving Dan Amana Fertilizer and Agro Chemical Ltd. The funds were reportedly refunded to the company's Moniepoint account on Monday, October 12, 2026, after the transfer error was discovered. Umar lawal publisher and CEO of Reality TV According to reports, the money was initially transferred through Zenith Bank before the mistake was identified and the funds returned to the company's account. Funtua's action has drawn attention to the importance of honesty, transparency and accountability in financial transactions. His decision also serves as a reminder that funds received in error should be promptly returned to their rightful owners. Source: Reality News TV

BREAKING: NIMASA-BEAP Portal Opens to All Nigerians as Agency Removes Age Barrier By Okwo Romeon Ropel – Abuja | Nigeria Anchorage – www.nigeriaanchorage.blogspot.com The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has announced the removal of the age restriction for participation in its National Innovation Hackathon 2026, under the NIMASA Blue Economy Accelerator Programme (NIMASA-BEAP), following widespread demand from Nigerians. According to NIMASA Deputy Director & Head of Public Relations, Mr. Osagie Edward, the NIMASA-BEAP application portal, which opened on Monday, October 5, 2026, is now available to ALL Nigerians aged 18 years and above, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion or educational background. This means the initial 18-28 years age limit is now scrapped. Anyone 18+ can apply. NIMASA is therefore urging Nigerian innovators, entrepreneurs, researchers, developers, engineers, artisans, graduates and students to take advantage of the opportunity and...

 A Nigerian short film , The Circle , which explores early pregnancy and barriers to girls’ education, has earned a nomination for participation in this year’s Africa International Film Festival (AFRIFF). Written and produced by Adeola Adeniyi and directed by Lagos-based filmmaker Godsent Abode, the film examines how early pregnancy, social attitudes and denied educational opportunities can derail girls’ ambitions and perpetuate cycles of disadvantage across generations. Featuring Olamide Oladapo and Seun Osigbesan, The Circle tells the story of girls whose educational dreams are interrupted by circumstances beyond their control, raising questions about society’s responsibility to protect their right to education One of the film’s central images captures a girl carrying goods to the marketplace as other children, dressed in school uniforms and carrying books, walk past her. Although they share the same road, their contrasting destinations symbolise the unequal opportunities avai...

Nigeria’s growing burden of endocrine and metabolic diseases is being compounded by a shortage of specialists and limited access to specialised diagnostic services, experts have said. The experts spoke in Abuja during the 47th Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference of the Endocrine and Metabolism Society of Nigeria (EMSON), which ended on Friday. The three-day conference, held from September 23 to 25, had the theme, "Endocrine Practice in Nigeria: Improving Patient Care and Outcomes Through Advocacy." Keynote speaker at the conference, Prof. Anas Sabir, said Nigeria had fewer than 200 practising endocrinologists, despite an estimated 10 million to 15 million Nigerians living with diabetes. Sabir said the shortage of specialists was affecting the country’s capacity to provide timely and comprehensive care for patients with diabetes and other endocrine disorders. He identified late presentation and the high cost of treatment as some of the major challenges confronting...

Former Director-General of the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR), Professor Innocent Achanya Ujah, is set to be inducted into the maiden Idoma Hall of Fame (IHOF) in recognition of his contributions to medicine, research and academic development. Ujah was selected under the D1-Academia and Intellectual Achievement category and formally notified in a letter dated September 4, 2026. Professor Innocent Achanya Ujah Idoma Hall of Fame inductee. The induction ceremony will hold on Thursday, October 15, at 12 noon at Peach Vine Event Centre, Wuye, Abuja, as part of activities marking the Idoma Centenary Plus Celebration. Ujah’s distinguished career includes serving as NIMR Director-General, the first president of the Nigerian Medical Association of Idoma extraction, and pioneer Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo. The organisers said the Hall of Fame was established to identify, celebrate and immortalise outstanding Idoma personalities and frie...

Oil & Gas Free Trade Zone Drives Investment, Economic Growth – Comptroller Nyong By Okwo Romeon Ropel | Abuja | Nigeria Anchorage – NPA Live Tracker – Onne_ The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Oil and Gas Free Trade Zone Command, says the strategic role of the Oil and Gas Free Trade Zone in attracting investments, supporting industrial activities and facilitating international trade is contributing significantly to Nigeria's economic growth. The Command recorded a historic revenue collection of  N21.8 billion in August 2026 The Customs Area Controller, *Comptroller Immaculata Nyong*, said this while speaking to stakeholders at the Command's Headquarters in Onne on the record-breaking monthly revenue performance, which represents the highest revenue collection in the Command's history. Figure: Oil & Gas Free Trade Zone Onne Command – Historic N21.8BN Revenue in August 2026 – N21,797,527,617.84 (Highest Ever) – Jan-Aug Total N70.1BN – 31.1% of YTD – Comptroller Immacu...

Twenty prospective members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), who were abducted in Imo State on October 1, have been rescued after days of sustained search and rescue operations. The victims were rescued on Wednesday, October 7, at Amakohia Ubi Village, according to the police. Following their rescue, the prospective corps members were taken to a medical facility for medical assessment and necessary treatment to ensure their wellbeing. The police said the rescue followed coordinated efforts by security operatives to locate the abducted youths and secure their safe release. The victims had been abducted on October 1 while travelling in Imo State, sparking concerns over their safety and prompting security agencies to intensify efforts to trace their whereabouts. The police said further details on the circumstances surrounding the abduction and rescue would be made available as investigations continue.

NIMASA TAKES ANOTHER STEP TOWARDS EFFICIENT MARITIME ADMINISTRATION – AUTOMATION OF SHIP REGISTRY By Okwo Romeon Ropel |Abuja | Nigeria Anchorage – NPA Live Tracker_ The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) is taking another step towards a more efficient, transparent and accessible maritime administration with the automation of key Ship Registry processes. Through the automated Cabotage Registration workflow, stakeholders can now navigate essential stages of the registration process digitally, from vessel selection and crew documentation to notarisation, payments, approvals and certificate issuance. WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOU – ABUJA & KANO IMPORTERS: 1.  Less Friction At Apapa : Before, Cabotage registration took 14-21 days manual – Vessel stuck at Lagos Anchorage waiting for certificate – Now automated, NIMASA says certificate issuance in 48-72 hours – Faster berthing at APMT, ABTL, TICT 2.  Clearer Process For Your Clearing Agent : No more "come toda...

Residents of Agyaragu Tofa and neighbouring communities in Nasarawa State have paid a “Thank You” visit to Governor Abdullahi A. Sule, expressing appreciation for the completion of a long-awaited tarred road in the area. The delegation, led by the Sangarin Kwandare, HRH Alhaji Ahmadu Abdunkura, and Alhaji Suleiman Aliyu Sambo, was received by Governor Sule at the Government House on Wednesday, October 7, 2026. Speaking on behalf of the communities, the spokespersons expressed gratitude to the Governor for turning their long-standing dream of having a tarred road into reality. They also acknowledged the administration’s intervention in providing potable water to Agyaragu Tofa, describing the projects as important developments for residents of the communities. The visit provided an opportunity for the people to personally convey their appreciation to the Governor for the infrastructure interventions in their area.

That was the message as NNPC Ltd. joined stakeholders across Nigeria’s oil and gas industry to celebrate the fifth anniversary of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC). Leading NNPC Ltd.’s delegation to the anniversary event in Abuja, Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari , congratulated the Commission on the milestone and commended its progress in strengthening Nigeria’s upstream sector. Ojulari reaffirmed NNPC Ltd.’s commitment to working closely with NUPRC to grow Nigeria’s hydrocarbon reserves, increase oil production, accelerate gas development and create greater value for Nigeria and Nigerians. As the industry looks ahead, collaboration, investment and effective regulation remain key to unlocking Nigeria’s energy potential. #BiggerBarrels #NUPRCAt5 #EnergyForToday #EnergyForTomorrow

Three years after 25 open letters warned President Tinubu about Nigeria's fault lines, many of the problems they identified remain unresolved By Okwo romeon Editor-in-Chief, Nigeria Anchorage For the Nigeria @65 Independence Special

There is popular adge that if you do not blow your trumpet, no one does it for you. This is the secret and the wholesome task before the Nasarawa people cutting across all the ethnic divided especially the Eggon Nation. The primary task before the Eggon nation in particular,  citizens  and residents of Nasarawa ahead of the 2027 general elections  is to overcome individualistic tendencies,  internal political divisions and build a disciplined, unified strategy to translate their demographic strength into meaningful political influence into concrete terms. David  Ombugadu'PDP Gubertorial candidate 2027 Fostering Unity and Consensus amongst  Analysts and community leaders of  Eggon people must move past factional disagreements, competing endorsements (such as those surrounding different gubernatorial  candidates, and party-based divisions. Strategic Negotiation and Alignment must be evolved  to maximize their impact in the 2027 gubernatorial ra...

 A Chieftain and a Prominent  figures in   the labour party in Abia State, Mazi Emmanuel Uche, has  assured   Governor  Alex Otti and the Labour party,  of the people of Arochukwu's massive votes  for another term in office in next year's general election. Speaking with journalists on Tuesday, Mazi Emmanuel Uche who is also the chief executive officer of sonacop industrial limited, also  assured  that the electorates in Arochukwu will deliver all other candidates of the labour party to ensure continuity of the present transformative government in the state.  According to  Maxi Uche, Governor Otti has justified the  mandate entrusted to him by the majority  of the Abia citizens through numerous execution of completed socio-economic and infrastructural projects across the senatorial districts of Abia state. According to the party chieftain, these giant strides recorded by the present administration led by Gove...

NIGERIA ANCHORAGE – NPA LIVE TRACKER APAPA BERTHS OCTOBER 7, 2026 By Okwo Romeon |Abuja – For Northern Importers_ Update of berthing schedule from NPA 7th October, 2026 – 06:00Hrs Good morning importers. Here is your daily Nigeria Anchorage value for Lagos – Apapa. LAGOS – APAPA TODAY – LIVE BERTH STATUS *APMT TERMINAL – Berth 16-21:* APMT-Berth 16: VACANT APMT-Berth 16A: VACANT APMT-Berth 17: ALS FIDES (Container vessel) – Working – Discharge ongoing APMT-Berth 18: RHONE MAERSK (Maersk Line – Good for Abuja importers using Maersk) – Sailed after discharge APMT-Berth 18A: VACANT – Expected vessel MAERSK EDISON GDNL-Berth 19: SSI GLORIOUS – Bulk – Working GDNL-Berth 19A: VACANT GDNL-Berth 20: FLC HAPPINESS – General Cargo – Working GDNL-Berth 21: MANNA – Working IJORA-Lilypond: VACANT APAPA MAIN – ABTL / ENL ABTL-Berth 1: VACANT ABTL-Berth 2: DESERT MOON – Working ABTL-Berth 3: VACANT ABTL-Berth 4: ESL AMERICA – Working ABTL-Berth 5: VACANT ABTL-Berth 6: VACANT ABTL-Berth 7: VACANT ABT...

For every Abuja importer in Dei-Dei, Kado, and Gosa markets, the biggest fear after paying supplier in China is: How much will Lagos clearing agent collect? Many have been cheated – Agent collects N500k fee plus fake demurrage N400k that doesn't exist. Why Apapa Agent Charges Are High in 2026 Apapa port handles 60% of Nigeria imports. After NPERA Act 2026 , terminal charges are regulated but agent fees are not fixed – Agent can charge what they want – That is why you see N250k to N800k for same 20ft. The difference is negotiation and knowledge. TICT clearing agent charges receipt Apapa Oct 2026 N420k terminal handling – Nigeria Anchorage I import through Apapa every month for Abuja clients. Last week I cleared 2 x 20ft containers of building materials and 1 x 40ft of electronics. Today I give you real agent charges in Apapa 2026 – With receipts – So no agent can cheat you again. Real Clearing Agent Charges in Lagos Apapa 2026 – 20ft Container I will use my last clearing as exampl...

Cross River State Governor, Prince Bassey Edet Otu, has moved to strengthen government intervention in the aftermath of the tanker fire in Odukpani and the massive landslide along Anansa Street in Calabar, declaring that the scale of the landslide requires coordinated intervention beyond the capacity of the state government alone. Otu, who personally inspected both sites, described the landslide as “very, very devastating” and assured residents that government was mobilising the necessary technical expertise to understand the magnitude of the disaster and determine a sustainable solution. Gov Bassey Otu Cross river state   He said the state had already commenced technical assessments, while the Federal Government was also expected to participate in efforts to address the problem. “What is happening here is very, very devastating,” the governor said during the inspection. “We have made several attempts to study exactly what is happening and determine the appropriate response. W...

Agency distributes relief materials to communities hit by Mbamnga, Geroji unrest The State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) has stepped up intervention for victims of the recent communal unrest in parts of Sardauna Local Government Area of Taraba State, delivering relief materials to communities devastated by the violence The unrest, which affected communities around the Mbamnga area, reportedly resulted in loss of lives, destruction of property and the burning of houses, leaving many residents in urgent need of assistance. Receiving the relief materials on behalf of the affected victims, the Executive Chairman of Sardauna Local Government Council, Hon. M.J. Umar, expressed deep concern over the incident, describing the development as painful and unfortunate. Umar said he hoped the intervention would provide some relief to families affected by the crisis while efforts continue towards restoring peace and rebuilding their communities. He urged representatives of the affected communiti...

Based on IMAN and Shippers Council data May 2026 COST FOR 20FT CONTAINER: Onne: N14M to N15M total clearance Apapa: N14M to N15M same Cotonou Benin: N7M to N8M – Half price – Reason importers divert COST FOR 40FT CONTAINER : Onne: N18M to N19M Apapa: N19M to N20M – N1M more than Onne Benin: N13M to N14M – N5M cheaper than Nigeria ports WHY ONNE CHEAPER THAN APAPA 2026 1. Terminal handling: Onne WACT $350 per container – Apapa APM $457 – Onne save N150k 2. No Apapa gridlock: Truck Onne to warehouse outside Rivers N400k for 40ft – Lagos to Abuja N900k to N1M – Plus demurrage N68,500 per day for 40ft if stuck in Apapa – Onne demurrage lower $20 to $30 3. Faster: Vessel turnaround Onne 5 days – Apapa 5 to 7 days – Less storage 4. Container deposit: Still N200k in Lagos N400k outside Lagos – Onne same but refund faster – New NIIRA law 2025 says no deposit but shipping lines still charge WHY APAPA STILL USED BY ABUJA IMPORTERS 1. More shipping lines land in Apapa – Direct from China – Onne l...

346 APC Members in in Awe local government of Nasarawa state have denounced their membership of the party and declared their support for the Governorshi candidate of the People's Democratic party (PDP). In the same vein, six Communities of Eggon, Tiv, Ngas, Siyawa, Jukun and Kwalla all in Nasarawa state have declared Support for the PDP governorship candidate in the state.  The declarations has not only ultered the political landscape in Nasarawa State ahead of the 2027 governorship election, but continue to attract support from communities and ethnic groups across the state. According to those who dumped APC and the six Communities, their support for Ombugadu's governorship ambition is born out of the inclusive leadership, unity, equity and the need for purposeful development across Nasarawa State. The development which herald series of political activities and expressions of support that have continued to place Ombugadu at the centre of the state's 2027 gov...

Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa state is to inaugurate a 2,000-hectare Moringa plantation, Integrated agricultural and animal feedlots Colony  in Akwanga, Nasarawa state. The opening of the colony followed the visit to the plantation site by governor Abdullahi Sule,  accompanied by the commissioner for works, housing and transportation, Yakubu Kwanta as well as the  Chairman and Chief Executive officer of  the Moringa Productions Marketers and Farmers Welfare and Empowerment Association of Nigeria, Dr. Ashimashiga Michael Akoloaga Gov.Sule Abdullahi Nasarawa State. The inauguration of the 2,000-hectare Moringa plantation, Integrated agricultural and animal feedlots Colony  in Akwanga, is expected to provide an opportunity for government,  stakeholders to appreciate the scale, economic potential and employment opportunities, as well as consider areas of government support and collaboration toward large-scale job creation and economic empowerment for Nasa...

For Abuja importers in Dei-Dei and Kado, the big question now is how much to clear in Kaduna instead of Apapa. Apapa gridlock is back. Road from Lagos to Abuja now 10 days. Kaduna rail is 48 hours plus 2 hours to Abuja. I went to Kado market Oct 3 and called 2 agents inside Kaduna port Oct 4. This cost is from real quotes and receipts, not NPA website. Kaduna Dry Port Status Location Kaduna State Capacity 5029 TEUs Operator ICNL and NPA Rail Link Connected to Lagos Kano rail - FG order Sep 2026 Status Working since 2017 - Best of 3 dry ports Cost Breakdown 40ft Lagos to Abuja via Kaduna - Verified Oct 4 2026 Rail Apapa to Kaduna N800k Custom Duty N1.5M for electronics ICNL Handling N300k - I have receipt Agent Fee N250k to N300k Truck Kaduna to Abuja Dei-Dei N150k Total N3M to N3.25M for 40ft 20ft is N1.6M to N1.8M What Importers Told Me In Kado Importer 1 Dei-Dei cleared 40ft Sep 28 via Kaduna paid N3.1M released 3 days - Lagos quote N3.5M plus demurrage - Saved N400k Importer 2 Build...

The Federal Government has ordered the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) to take over all Inland Dry Ports functions from the Nigerian Shippers' Council. The directive was announced by Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, in September 2026 under the new NPERA Act, 2026. For importers in Abuja, Kaduna, Kano and Jos, this changes where you clear your containers. What Exactly Did FG Order in September 2026? - Nigerian Shippers' Council to become Nigeria Ports Economic Regulatory Agency (NPERA) - NPA takes over operational and infrastructure control of all Inland Dry Ports - Ministerial Committee constituted to oversee transition - President Tinubu assented to NPERA Act 2026 Which Dry Ports Are Affected? 1. Kaduna Inland Dry Port – The Best for Abuja Location: Kaduna State Capacity: 5,029 TEUs Status: Fully Operational since Jan 2017 Distance to Abuja: 2 hours by road Rail Link: Connected to Lagos-Kano Standard Gauge – Apapa to Kaduna in 48 hours when rail works Be...

 As the count down to 2027, governorship and other elective positions approaches,  the Eggon Forum has continued against acts capable of bringing disunity amongst sons and Daughters of Eggon Nation. The forum  in a statement by  Haruna Ali Alaku and  Bashayi A. Umbugaku Keffi and made available to Journalists,  warned Against divisive politics and personal interest. We wish to draw the attention of Eggon sons and daughters, both at home and in the diaspora, as well as the general public, to reports of a proposed political endorsement by a group  masquerading  as Eggon critical stakeholders in the coming days. " According to the statement, "While we respect the constitutional right of every individual and groups to participate in political activities and express their preferences, we are concerned  with the emergence  initiative presented as a fresh or parallel endorsement on behalf of the Eggon people. "This  could create unnecessar...