…tanker was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz earlier this week, Saudi Arabia’s national shipping company said Wednesday. A Greek security firm earlier said “unknown projectiles” hit the ship on Monday. Fresh violence has flared between the US and Iran this week. “Bahri confirms that its vessel SIDR was involved in a sec…

…in retaliation for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) targeting commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and U.S. service members in the region. Earlier, the United States also targeted Iranian tankers as part of a new “tanker-for-tanker” policy in the Strait of Hormuz, putting further pressure on global o…

…before Russia’s 2022 invasion. “But Russian strikes on Ukraine’s ports and civilian shipping have also escalated,” she said, adding that the attacks were “Blocking vital food supplies, contributing to driving up food prices worldwide, and killing seafarers from UN Member States from Africa to Asia.” The UK envoy said R…

…ports between August 30 and September 13. The authority disclosed this in its Daily Shipping Position on Monday in Lagos. According to the NPA, 12 of the incoming vessels are expected to transport containers containing various goods, while four vessels will arrive with aviation fuel. The remaining 10 vessels are expect…

…US allies in the Middle East and closing the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route through which about one-fifth of the world's oil previously passed. Global oil markets have remained volatile since the conflict began, with any confirmed attack on Kharg Island potentially adding further pressure to energy…

…Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) forces preparing to deploy sea mines into the critical shipping lane. CENTCOM defended the move as a necessary measure to eliminate an imminent threat to commercial shipping and protect global energy routes. Iranian state media reported casualties among military personnel and civilians…

…and ensure Nigeria remains a safe, secure and competitive destination for international shipping.” Meanwhile, NIMASA, in a statement on its social media pages, said the lifting of the CoE was expected to improve port competitiveness, enhance vessel turnaround and schedule reliability, reduce additional security-related…

By Godwin Oritse A former Director of Shipping Development and Cabotage, Mr. Boniface Igwe, has warned that the continued dominance of foreign interests in Nigeria’s territorial waters poses a serious threat to the country’s internal security. Igwe, in his forthcoming book, Cabotage Law and Practice, argued that the gr…

…8, Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and Galaxy Z Flip 8 are currently among the Samsung devices shipping with the new software.Samsung unveiled the foldables at Galaxy Unpacked in London on July 22, with sales beginning on August 7 across 106 markets.The Galaxy S26, S26+ and S26 Ultra, meanwhile, remain on Samsung's One UI 9 beta…

…49 per cent. See what we did with Nigerian railways. “See what we did with the national shipping company. See what we are doing now even with the NNPC. The NNPC has refineries, and I said to people that it will never work. And a man had the audacity to say, ‘Am I a chemical engineer?” he said. Obasanjo’s position was b…

THE Shipping Correspondents Association of Nigeria (SCAN) has begun arrangements for its forthcoming 2026 Summit to address the persistent financial challenges and regulatory hurdles confronting indigenous shipowners in the maritime sector. The gathering will take place on October 29, at the prestigious Rockview Hotels…

…following US President Donald Trump saying a deal could be announced this week. The shipping lane would primarily lie within Iranian territorial waters, with parts extending into Omani waters. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei told journalists that "the geographical coordinates of the proposed maritime route…

…crude oil prices driven by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and disruptions to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Although crude prices eased in June, they remained above levels recorded at the beginning of the year. The association said the figures showed that Nigerian consumers had become increasingly pri…

…in Tehran on Friday and Saturday on mechanisms to ensure the safe passage of commercial shipping through the strategic waterway while respecting the sovereignty of the two littoral states. He described the discussions as constructive and said technical and political consultations would continue. Iranian Foreign Ministe…

…since the conflict started on 28 February as traders reacted to disruptions to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Around 20% of the world’s crude oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) usually flows through the strait. Iran’s semi-official Mehr news agency denied that Tehran had asked the US to hold off on further mil…

…targeting multiple regions. Russia said it has also increased security measures for shipping in the Azov-Black Sea basin while developing alternative cargo routes. by Linda Ikeji at 03/08/2026 2:24 PM | Share this Story

…to make passage through the waterway an unacceptable risk, with their campaign against shipping during the Gaza war. A minister in Yemen’s internationally-recognised government accused the Houthis of working under Iranian guidance to establish a system to impose fees for ships transiting the Red Sea and the Bab al-Mand…

…fake car tyre business and collected thousands of dollars from them under the pretext of shipping and clearing containers of tyres, after which he became unreachable. Investigations further revealed that the suspect shared the intimate images of some victims with his wife, Sally Akosua Amoasah, who is also accused of t…

…threatened to stage a protest over the alleged manipulation of ship manifests by some shipping companies, warning that they will expose those responsible if urgent action is not taken. The agents said the practice could disrupt port operations and further weaken the country’s fragile economy. Former ANLCA Vice Presiden…

…plants were already operating in Nigeria, with locations spread across Lagos and KadunaShipping delays of six to nine months regularly disrupted production as factories depended heavily on imported partsPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! By 1975, Nigeria was running on roughly one car…

…concerns over a prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil shipping route through which about a fifth of the world’s crude passes. Oil prices had surged after the United States launched strikes on Iran on February 28 to stop Tehran from acquiring a nuclear weapon. The ensuing exchange of attacks d…

…so-called "shadow fleet" over the past three weeks as it seeks to disrupt Russian shipping in the Black Sea and Sea of Azov.According to reports, the operation, known as Operation MoLoCHKa, began on July 6 and has focused on vessels transporting oil, grain and other cargo that generate revenue for Russia's war effort.…

…one was there.There was only a small brown box on the welcome mat. There wasn't a shipping label or a stamp, just a message in black marker across the top.>"Happy Birthday, Brothers."My body went cold."Who is it?" Michael called from the kitchen."No one."I picked up the box. It was light, but something inside shifted.M…

…that the vessels were stopped overnight after allegedly attempting to use unauthorised shipping lanes. "Last night, six vessels that attempted to transit through a route other than the designated one were stopped by the IRGC Navy with warning shots and turned back," the correspondent said during a broadcast from the Gu…

…that have kept energy prices elevated.Analysts note that the conflict has disrupted key shipping routes, leading to higher freight charges, rising insurance premiums and increased costs across the global oil supply chain.These developments have significantly affected refiners, including Dangote Refinery, whose producti…