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Practical Phase of Ferry Safety Development Programme for 50 Operators begins in Ajah, Lagos.

By Afolabi Oyekunle. The Lagos State Water Authority (LASWA), in partnership with Interferry, has successfully launched the practical phase of the Ferry Safety Development Programme (FSDP), beginning with its first in-person training session held at the Caverton Marine Ferry Building Facility in Badore, Ajah, Lagos. The session, led by the Programme Coordinator, Engr. Ukeme Sunday, brought together 50 participants for an immersive learning experience focused on ferry design and construction, vessel safety standards, maintenance practices, and operational best practices within the maritime industry. Participants at the program. A key highlight of the programme was a hands-on technical session facilitated by Caverton Marine’s General Manager, Mr. Mohammed Ibrahim, who shared over four decades of experience in ferry design and construction. Drawing from his extensive industry expertise, he provided participants with valuable insights into vessel construction standards, mainten...
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A Nigerian Labour leader, dies in Geneva, while attending ILO meeting.

By Afolabi Oyekunle. A Nigerian labour leader, Comrade Domingo Michael Adeleke, has died  while attending the 114th session of the International Labour Organisation (ILO)  Conference in  GENEVA, Switzerland —  Adeleke, Chairman of the Lagos State Joint Negotiating Council (JNC), died on Tuesday in Geneva after a brief illness. The Nigerian delegation to the 114th Session of the International Labour Conference (ILC) in Geneva and the labour movement were thrown into mourning following his death. He was in Switzerland as part of Nigeria’s delegation to the conference when he reportedly became ill and was later taken for medical attention. He subsequently passed away. The development was confirmed by an official of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), who described Adeleke as a committed trade unionist dedicated to the welfare of workers. “It is with deep sorrow that the Nigeria Labour Congress and the entire trade union movement in Nigeria, especially the 202...
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Four persons die in the Warri-Itakpe route train accident.

By Afolabi Oyekunle. Four persons, a male, two females and one infant lost their lives in the Warri-Itakpe train accident, while 24 persons are seriously injured. Permanent Secretary Federal Ministry of Transportation, Engineer Funsho Adeniyi in a statement said preliminary reports indicate that four coaches capsized while one coach derailed.  The Nigerian Railway Corporation  confirmed that the train accident occurred yesterday along the Warri–Itakpe Train Service (WITS) corridor near Agbor, Delta State. A total of 442 passengers were booked on the train, while 40 crew members, security personnel, and third-party service providers were also on board, bringing the total number of persons on the train to 482. NRC said rescue and evacuation operations were immediately activated with the support of the Delta State Government, NEMA, FRSC, the Police, Civil Defence, local authorities, security agencies, and other emergency responders, and were completed by 6:30 p.m. It ...
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NRC confirms train incident on Warri-Itakpe route.

By Afolabi Oyekunle. The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has confirmed  that an incident involving the Warri–Itakpe Train Service (WITS) occurred today. According to a statement by the Managing Director, Dr. Kayode Opeifa, emergency response teams and relevant authorities are currently at the scene attending to the situation and providing necessary assistance. He said the Corporation is closely monitoring developments and a detailed statement will be issued as soon as more information becomes available. Meanwhile, it has been confirmed that three persons lost their lives in the accident. The NRC urges the public to remain calm and rely only on official channels for verified updates.
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NRC MD lauds workers efforts in the progress and sustainability of the Corporation.

By Afolabi Oyekunle The Nigerian Railway Corporation’s (NRC) Managing Director, Dr. Kayode Opeifa has acknowledged the efforts of the workers in their strife for the progress of the Corporation and assured that the Management will continue to prioritize their welfare and make the work environment safer and friendly. The Managing Director of the Corporation, Dr Kayode Opeifa  said this while fielding questions from the workers who were led by the two workers unions – the Nigerian Union of Railway Workers, and the Senior Staff Workers Union, at the second Town Hall Meeting, which was held on Thursday, at the Corporation’s Headquarters, Ebute Metta, Lagos.  Dr. Opeifa speaking at the meeting.                  Dr. Opeifa According to the press release by the Chief Public Relations Officer, Nigerian Railway Corporation, Mr. Callistus Unyimadu,  Dr Opeifa lauded their hard work and resilience as their efforts...
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NSITF disputes allegations of managerial crisis.

By Afolabi Oyekunle. The Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) has disputed the allegations of managerial crisis and mass resignation of workers being peddled in some media outlets. In a statement issued by Alexandra  Mede, Head of Corporate Affairs, the NSITF described the story published by Sahara Reporters as a deliberate misrepresentation of facts and lacking in merit. The statement read: "The Management of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) wishes to categorically reject the allegations recently circulated by a coalition of civil  society organisations, which rely on a Sahara Reporters publication dated June 4, 2026, as their primary basis.  "The NSITF considers both the publication and the demands arising from it to be without merit, and rooted in a deliberate misrepresentation of facts", she stated. On the Allegation of Mass Resignations and Staff Intimidation, she said "There has been no mass resignation at the NSITF, and there...
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TCAN looks towards unlocking economic growth through transportation logistics; as it holds 2026 transport summit.

By Afolabi Oyekunle. The Transportation Correspondents Association of Nigeria (TCAN) is set to honour Champions of Transport Industry Development (CoTID) at its 2026 Annual Transport Summit slated for September 24th 2026 with the theme: Unlocking Economic Growth Through Transportation Logistics. The umbrella body of transport journalists, in a statement explained that the event, which will hold at Raddison Hotel & Suite in the heart of Lagos, will convene key stakeholders across Nigeria’s transportation value chain — including aviation, maritime, rail, road transport, and logistics services — alongside policymakers, regulators, captains of industry, financial institutions, and development partners. According to the TCAN statement, “The 2026 TCAN Transport Summit is set to recognise agencies of government, and other operators who have contributed immensely to the development of Nigeria's transportation sector by presenting Champions of Transport Industry Development ...
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