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NPA Jerks Ports tariff to 15% for Infrastructural Competitiveness

At a stakeholders meeting in Lagos, the Managing Director of NPA, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho represented by Olalekan Badmus, Executive Director Marine and Operation said the management decision to meet stakeholders was borne out of desire to carry everyone along.

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February 6, 2025

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The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) says on Thursday that it has secured the government’s approval to raise ports tariffs to 15 percent.

In a statement on the Ports page via X , NPA said :” This adjustment, the first since 1993, is intended to enhance the efficiency and competitiveness of Nigerian ports.

The 15% upward increase which is to cut across all NPA Rates and Dues is premised on the urgent need to address the undesirable reality of aged and weak Infrastructure, obsolete equipment and slow Port capacity expansion which has continued to diminish the performance and indeed competitiveness of Nigerian Ports.”

It noted that globally, Port Authorities depend on revenue from operations to stay alive to their responsibilities which includes construction and maintenance of Port infrastructure, dredging of channels, provision of aids for safe navigation, provision of modern marine crafts for efficient harbour services, automation and digitization of port transactions, port security, energy efficiency and training and retraining of its employees.

“The global index of Port rating and competitiveness which the international trade community relies on for its choice of countries to do business with, derives its data from how well the aforementioned responsibilities are addressed.

Coming at this period of global economic upheaval and scramble for markets, this belated Tariff review borne out of necessity constitutes a critical success factor in Nigeria’s quest to win back cargo handling business and it’s accompanying benefits including job opportunities it had lost to it’s maritime neighbors.

At the meeting, Mr. Joshua Asanga, a stakeholder agreed with the increase, and listed port management liabilities like wages, fuel and other areas of expenditure as having adjusted upwards without a commensurate rise in NPA charges for over thirty years.

He added that NPA needs funds for improved port infrastructure, robust ICT for Port Community System, procurement of tug boats and other operational platforms to achieve efficiency

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UPDATE: Malindi Court Declines to Halt Dangote Refinery Launch in Lamu

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September 29, 2026

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The Malindi Environment and Land Court has declined to issue orders stopping the launch and construction of the planned KSh 2 trillion Dangote Oil Refinery in Lamu County.

In a ruling made public on Monday, 28 September 2026, the court instead directed both parties to maintain the status quo on the disputed land in the Hindi/Manda Magogoni area until the matter is heard on 14 October 2026.

The case was brought by 133 residents of Chandavai. They claim the land is their ancestral heritage, where their families have lived and farmed for generations. The residents say they do not oppose development but want their land rights recognised before the project proceeds.

The court ordered the government and other respondents to file their responses within 14 days. The application is scheduled for hearing on 14 October 2026.

The groundbreaking ceremony for the refinery is expected to go ahead as planned on Wednesday, 30 September 2026. While the court has not halted the ceremony at this stage, the status quo order means activities on the disputed site may be restricted pending the October hearing.

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Oil Rises As US Rejects Iran Proposal

Iran said it is waiting for a definitive US response to its seven-day proposal to reopen the strait and other demands, adding that it will not ease its conditions after Trump rejected Tehran’s latest plan.

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2 days ago

September 28, 2026

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Brent crude climbed above $106 per barrel on Monday, recovering losses from the previous session after President Donald Trump rejected Iran’s latest proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns that the restoration of oil flows through the critical waterway could face further delays.

Trump also said Tehran had overplayed its hand and expects negotiations to resume this week.

Meanwhile, Iran said it is waiting for a definitive US response to its seven-day proposal to reopen the strait and other demands, adding that it will not ease its conditions after Trump rejected Tehran’s latest plan.

Elsewhere in the Middle East, tensions remain high as Saudi Arabia intercepted Houthi drones heading toward Riyadh, along with a missile targeting Khamis Mushait in the south.

Alerts were also issued in Abha and Jazan, where Aramco operates energy facilities.

In the US, Trump is considering a ban on diesel exports as part of efforts to address elevated fuel prices.

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NGX Debuts Invest WhatsApp Channel

The channel provides investors with an additional, convenient way to participate in public offers.

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2 days ago

September 28, 2026

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Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX Group) has expanded access to its NGX Invest platform with the launch of a WhatsApp subscription channel.

The channel provides investors with an additional, convenient way to participate in public offers.

Investors can begin the subscription process by sending “Invest” to NGX Invest on WhatsApp at +234 812 731 9521.

They can then follow the prompts to view eligible offers and complete the required subscription steps without downloading a separate application.

As part of the process, investors will select a stockbroker through whom their application will be processed, ensuring that brokers remain an integral part of the investment journey.

(VANGUARD)