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Onwuka Declares Interest in ANLCA Area 1 Chairmanship Seat
By Bon Peters
As the Association of Nigerian Licensed Customs Agents (ANLCA) 2024 elections hot up, a chieftain of the group and incumbent Vice Chairman of ANLCA Area1, Port Harcourt Port chapter, Mazi Emmanuel Ebere Onwuka, has declared his intention to be the one in charge of the region.
Speaking with journalists on Wednesday, the licensed customs agent said he is qualified to lead the association in Area I because of his knowledge of happenings in the industry and the body, having served in various capacities, including as an acting financial secretary, secretary and vice chairman.
He also said he had been involved in many committees, especially the reconciliation committee at various times where he participated actively in meaningful discussions with customs, police and other government agencies concerning the members’ welfare and their businesses.
On how he would attract more vessels calling at Port Harcourt Port, Mr Onwuka admitted that the issue of vessels calling at the port has been a serious challenge, but assured that with his expertise, there should be an improvement.
Speaking further, he said at a time a shipping line, Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), was almost pulling out of Area 1, but with collaboration and robust synergy with major stakeholders in the industry, they were able to convince MSC to stay.
“Yes, at a time, MSC Shipping Line was almost pulling out from this Port, but with our intervention, we were able to still keep it operational here.
“We even went to Nnewi with Ibeto and that trip is gradually yielding results,” Mr Onwuka stated with enthusiasm.
“We have equally approached Pacific International Lines, (PIL) Shipping Company and in no distant time, PIL will start bringing their vessels to Port Harcourt Port,” he added.
“Once elected, with the approval of our national president, we will engage other shipping companies to call Area. Our discussion with PIL will soon yield results,” he assured.
In the area of experience, he disclosed that all his life while growing up in the business as a customs broker, he has been at this port.
Demonstrating, he said, “See, my license is about 30 years old and most of these people you are seeing here passed through my tutelage. In short, my office is like a school to most of them.
“I have helped in training some people who want to learn the profession and for you to do well; you must be able to know your classification, documentation, examination, delivery among others,” Mr Onwuka boasted.
He said his administration would revive the moribund ANLCA insurance policy, engage in training and re-training of members, ensure their welfare and more importantly maintain a healthy working relationship with the Nigeria Customs Service.
“I am a due process man and my office is here at this Port. If I were a dubious man, the government agencies would have kicked me out, but I am a compliant man and I follow due process,” the chief executive of Onwuka Freight Forwarders Nigeria Limited said.
By Modupe Gbadeyanka
Lagos Television (LTV 8), Alausa, Ikeja, has a new General Manager, and he is Mr Kayode Oyekanmi, replacing Mrs Sola Kosoko, who was ousted by the Lagos State government.
Mr Oyekanmi was presented with his letter of appointment on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, by the Lagos State Head of Service, Mr Bode Agoro, in a brief ceremony.
The new General Manager of the state-owned broadcast station was tasked with using his vast experience in the media space to take LTV 8 to greater heights.
Mr Agoro expressed confidence in Mr Oyekanmi’s capacity to reposition Lagos Television and wished him a successful and impactful tenure of office.
Prior to his appointment, Mr Oyekanmi served as the Director of Strategy Centre at the Lagos State Ministry of Information and Strategy, a position he has held since 2022.
A seasoned brand communications practitioner, Mr Oyekanmi has over three decades of professional experience spanning both the private and public sectors, with expertise in Advertising, Public Relations, and global export services.
He commenced his public service career as a Public Affairs Practitioner on March 1, 2000, with the Lagos State Ministry of Information and Strategy.
The new LTV boss, a Lagos State indigene from Isale Eko, Lagos Island, has received several awards in recognition of his dedication, hard work, and commitment to the journalism profession.
He holds a Master’s degree in Public Administration (MPA) from the University of Lagos and a Bachelor’s degree in English Language and Education from Lagos State University.
He is an active Member of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) and the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR).
In addition, he is a voracious reader and a passionate lawn tennis player, and currently serves as the Charter President of the Lagos State Ministry of Information Toastmasters Club.
By Modupe Gbadeyanka
A retired Major-General, Mr Adeyinka Famadewa, has been appointed as the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Homeland Security.
The appointee retired from the military after over three decades, with experience in national security strategy, intelligence fusion, counter-terrorism operations, and international security diplomacy.
His career reflects a rare blend of operational excellence, strategic foresight, and institutional leadership in safeguarding Nigeria’s territorial integrity and national interests, a circular signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Mr George Akume, said.
It was disclosed that Mr Famadewa was chosen for the position because of his exceptional record of service, strategic expertise, and outstanding contributions to Nigeria’s national security architecture.
The notice said the appointment underscores the commitment of the administration of Mr Tinubu to strengthening internal security coordination, enhancing intelligence-driven operations, and deepening inter-agency collaboration in addressing emerging security threats across the country.
The President expressed confidence that Mr Famadewa’s appointment will further enhance the government’s efforts toward achieving a safer and more secure Nigeria through improved coordination of homeland security initiatives, intelligence integration, and proactive risk management.
He also urged him to deploy his wealth of experience, professionalism, and strategic insight in advancing national security objectives and supporting the administration’s agenda.
By Aduragbemi Omiyale
In a bid to strengthen its board and support its transformation goals, FCMB Group Plc has appointed the chairman of the board of the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF), Mrs Adepeju Adebajo, as an independent non-executive director.
A statement signed by the company secretary, Mrs Olufunmilayo Adelabu, disclosed that the appointment has been approved by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).
She brings to the board over 30 years of experience across industry, renewable energy, agriculture, finance and consulting. She has worked with teams and clients in sub-Saharan Africa and Europe, helping them grow and multiply impact.
Throughout her career, Mrs Adebajo has led teams through change and growth. She previously worked at Lafarge Africa Plc, and was once the chief executive of Mouka Limited, Lumos Nigeria, UTC Nigeria Plc and an Assistant General Manager at United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc. She is a Transformation Lead at Etex Group (Nigerite and Emenite Limited).
In 2025, she founded Climate Governance Initiative Nigeria, affiliated with the World Economic Forum (WEF) and serves on the World Economic Forum Council on Climate and Nature Governance (2025-2027).
Mrs Adebajo holds a Master’s and a BSc in Chemical Engineering from Imperial College London and an MBA from Harvard Business School.
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