inland waterways Archives

Inland waterways will raise GDP, empower riveriine dwellers – ex MAN rector

On November 21, 20184:54 pmIn Maritime Report, Newsby vanguard

A former Rector of the Maritime Academy of Nigeria, MAN, Oron, Akwa-Ibom state, Engr Olu Akinsoji, has said that the economic benefits of a well-harnessed waterways transport system will continue to elude riverine dwellers if urgent steps are not taken to address the missing link between water transport and economic development.

Again, court affirms LASG’s authority over inland waterways

On October 7, 20172:50 pmIn Newsby vanguard

A Federal High Court in Lagos on Friday affirmed the power of the Lagos State Government to legislate and control the inland waterways within the territory of the State.

Inland waterways: Group carpets NIWA for instigating operators against rule of law

On August 7, 20179:51 pmIn Newsby vanguard

A civil society group, Committee for the Protection of Peoples Mandate (CPPM) on Monday faulted the call by the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) on operators in the sector to disregard a 7-day ultimatum issued on them by the Lagos State Government to comply with the relevant laws, describing it as embarrassing, disgraceful and capable of leading to anarchy.

Lagos gives 7-day ultimatum on inland waterways activities

On August 2, 20172:34 amIn Newsby Nwafor

The Lagos State Government yesterday, issued a seven-day ultimatum to boat operators, dredgers and other stakeholders in inland waterways to comply with all laws, rules and guidelines guiding their operations.