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NIMASA Lauds Navy as Nigeria Exits Piracy Red List
By Adedapo Adesanya
The Nigerian Navy has been commended by the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) for the delisting of the country from the red list of the International Maritime Bureau.
The Director-General of NIMASA, Mr Bashir Jamoh, gave the commendation during a panel session at the ongoing 2022 Navy Week, marking the 66th-anniversary celebration of the security agency.
Mr Jamoh also advocated an enabling triangle which, according to him, signifies infrastructure, good governance and maritime security, as the enabler of the blue economy.
“Now I do take what I call in my book, harnessing the Nigerian Maritime Asset which in other words is called the blue economy. One of the recommendations was the enabling triangle; and the triangle signifies, infrastructure, good governance and maritime security.
“Now without these three things there cannot be an enabled blue economy.
“Good governance means administrative function of managing the sea and ocean. How do we ensure effective administration of the maritime domain in the Gulf of Guinea?
“Because if you cannot administer the waters in the Gulf of Guinea, it means that the issue of harnessing the blue economy in terms of fishing and other economic benefits in the Gulf of Guinea is going to be difficult,” he said.
Meanwhile, the Nigerian Navy in collaboration with the Naval Officers Wives Association has carried out free medical outreach for the Onne community in Rivers State as part of activities for its 66th-anniversary celebration.
The Director of Medical Services, Nigerian Navy, Surgeon Captain Mohammed Salihu, said free medical rhapsody include free checkup for malaria, blood sugar, and blood pressure; free malaria treatment, hypertension, diabetes, and free eyeglasses, amongst others.
He was represented at the event by Surgeon Captain Ugochi Nzeribe-Abangwu, said the dental department is also on ground to offer thorough dental care to patients.
“We brought this free medical service to Onne as part of the 66th anniversary of the Nigerian Navy. We are here today as part of our corporate social responsibility, particularly to the communities where we operate. We are here today to offer free consultations, and free laboratory investigations, in areas of hepatitis, malaria, HIV testing, and blood glucose.
“We also offer free COVID vaccination to the community for those that are yet to be vaccinated. We also have over 500 eyeglasses to give out today. The eye department is fully on the ground to assist them in that area. We also have the dental department checking the all-around needs of the community. We have tubes of toothpaste, toothbrushes and many procedures,” he stated.
Also speaking, the President of NOWA and wife of the Chief of Naval Staff, Mrs Aisha Nana Gambo, said the medical rhapsody was targeted at reaching about 2,000 patients in Onne, as the community hosting Naval facilities.
“The event we are witnessing today which seeks to further strengthen the relationship between the Nigerian Navy and our host communities is one in the series of civil-military relations, usually embarked upon by the Nigerian Navy as part of its constitutional responsibility of securing Nigeria’s maritime environment.
“Let me use this opportunity to remind you all that security is the collective responsibility to every one of us. At this community level and grassroots, so much is expected of you in passing relevant information to the Naval Base and other security agencies close to you. By so doing, we can work together to ensure that our society is safe, secured and free from criminal elements,” she said.
By Aduragbemi Omiyale
The Lead Pastor and Apostolic Head of the Love of God in Christ (LOGIC) Churches Global, Apostle Flourish Peters, has stressed the significance of the resurrection of Jesus Christ to the Christian faith.
Speaking at the church’s inaugural Jesus + Nothing Worship on Good Friday in Lagos, he informed the congregation that, “Without an empty grave, there is no Christian faith.”
“Our faith is fundamentally premised on this singular, undeniable truth – the empty grave. This is what distinguishes our faith; while over 4,000 religions exist, only one points to a vacated tomb.
“Ours is the unique faith where the very person we worship lives within us. We are truly elated that through the resounding success of Jesus + Nothing Worship, we were able to bring christocentric worship to the masses,” the cleric added.
Business Post reports that the programme, a powerful evening of gospel music, left attendees deeply moved and spiritually uplifted.
It served as a profound reminder of the sacrifice and glorious resurrection of Jesus Christ, emphasising the core message that through a sober Friday came a Good Friday for all.
Several entertainers, including Timi Dakolo and Greatman Takit, alongside Neon Adejo, SMJ, Noble G, Steve Hills, Lily Perez, Joxie, Anderson Qozan, Pastor Victor Paul, Emeka Songz, Flo, Dorcas Moore, Magpsalms, Mera Owili, Gerald Bishung, Phebe Lion, Larry J and the Evolution Children’s Choir delivered soul-stirring performances that resonated with the central theme of redemption through Jesus Christ at the church’s headquarters in Lekki.
Apostle Peters said Jesus + Nothing Worship was an impactful success, declaring that it would become an annual event.
He emphasised that this worship session is intentionally focused on Jesus Christ, the message of salvation, and providing a vital platform to unveil the gospel talents within The LOGIC Church.
“Jesus + Nothing Worship has been a truly unifying experience, allowing us to collectively focus on the profound significance of Jesus’ death and the abundant life we have in His resurrection.
“It is our vision to create a consistent platform where the power of music can amplify the core message of the Gospel and provide an opportunity for the incredible music ministers within our church to impact lives,” he stated.
Building on the momentum of the successful 2024 Jesus + Nothing Conference, the Jesus + Nothing Worship further solidified The LOGIC Church’s mission to cultivate a family centred on grace and faith, where the transformative Love of God in Christ is tangibly felt.
By Adedapo Adesanya
President Bola Tinubu will return to Nigeria today from his work visit to France, the presidency has said.
The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Mr Bayo Onanuga, disclosed this in a post on his X handle on Monday.
President Tinubu left Nigeria on April 2, 2025, for Paris, France, on a short working visit. This means the President would have spent 19 days in the European nation if he arrives today.
According to the statement, President Tinubu used the retreat to review the progress of ongoing reforms and engage in strategic planning ahead of his administration’s second anniversary.
His latest trip had been faulted by major opposition leaders who criticised him for being away despite the rising insecurity in the country, especially in Benue and Plateau states, where scores of residents have been killed in attacks on several communities.
President Tinubu closest opponent at the 2023 presidential election and former Vice President, Mr Atiku Abubakar, asked him to end his trip to France and address the spate of insecurity in Nigeria.
Mr Atiku questioned Mr Tinubu’s continued stay in the European country despite the spate of killings across Nigeria.
“While Tinubu dines under chandeliers in the land of good governance, the country he governs is spiraling into chaos. Plateau has turned into a killing field — over 100 lives lost in relentless attacks,” his spokesman, Mr Paul Ibe, said in a statement on April 17.
Also, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general elections, Mr Peter Obi, urged Mr Tinubu to suspend his France trip and urgently return to Nigeria to address the deteriorating security situation, particularly in Plateau and Benue states.
By Modupe Gbadeyanka
A youth-focused leadership development advocacy group known as the Not Too Young To Perform (NTYTP) has called for a renewed focus on youth-driven leadership and national transformation in Nigeria.
In a statement to greet Christians around the world for Easter, the organisation emphasised the urgent necessity of bringing more young people into leadership positions, noting that resetting the nation’s trajectory requires fresh energy, innovative ideas, and a break from the mistakes of the past.
In the message signed by its National Secretary, Mr Muhammed Bello, NTYTP described the 2025 Easter celebration as a period for deep reflection on the life, sacrifice, and resurrection of Jesus Christ — a story that embodies patience, perseverance, sacrifice, and ultimate victory.
It said the crucifixion and resurrection of Christ stand as timeless examples of strength, determination, and divine restoration, offering crucial lessons for a nation like Nigeria, which is currently in need of significant economic, social, and institutional reforms.
“We use this yuletide period to appeal to all State actors to prioritize the progress of this country above politics, region, ethnicity, and religion.
“Our actions today will determine whether future generations inherit a country they can be proud of,” the group stated.
NTYTP also expressed hope that the spiritual significance of Easter would inspire Nigerians to work collectively towards building a nation where unity, justice, and prosperity reign.
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