Apapa Port International Seafarers drop-in Centre Nigeria

05/05/2026

https://tribuneonlineng.com/position-seafaring-as-major-non-oil-foreign-exchange-earner-fg-urged/

...and rivate sector operators have urged the Federal Government to position seafaring as a major non-oil foreign exchange earner.

01/05/2026

18/04/2026

https://shipsandports.com.ng/34-nsdp-cadets-secure-certificates-of-competency-after-years-of-delay/

Thirty-four beneficiaries of the Nigerian Seafarers Development Programme (NSDP) have finally obtained their Certificates of Competency...

15/03/2026

https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/activity:7437542959048433664

The ILO Maritime Labour Convention is a fundamental pillar of at sea. Adopted in 2006, it has helped advance decent living and working conditions and promote fair competition across global shipping. On the 20th anniversary of its adoption, global leaders and maritime stakeholders came to...

05/03/2026

The ITF condemns the horrific killing of civilian seafarers and ongoing attacks against maritime workers in the escalating war in Iran and the Middle East.

Alongside the Joint Negotiating Group, the ITF has upgraded the Strait of Hormuz, Gulf of Oman and the Persian Gulf to a Warlike Operations Area. This activates much needed protections and compensation for seafarers working in the war zone.

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05/03/2026

🌍 GLOBAL MARITIME SAFETY ALERT FOR SEAFARERS⚓
In light of ongoing conflicts and maritime security challenges in several regions, the National Seafarers’ Welfare Board of Nigeria (NSWBN) reminds all seafarers to remain alert and prioritize safety while at sea.

Seafarers play a critical role in keeping global trade moving, often working in difficult and sometimes dangerous environments. Your safety and wellbeing matter.

🌍 Key Safety Tips for Seafarers Operating in High-Risk Areas
✔ Monitor maritime security updates before entering high-risk waters/areas
✔ Avoid hostile regions and hotspots where possible
✔ Follow your vessel’s Ship Security Plan and ISPS procedures
✔ Maintain communication with your company and reporting centres
✔ Watch out for suspicious vessels or unusual maritime activity
✔ Support fellow crew members and report safety concerns immediately

Need Help? Contact any of the Global Seafarer Welfare Organisations

Seafarers worldwide can access confidential 24-hour welfare support through the following organisations:

📞 SeafarerHelp (ISWAN)
+44 20 7323 2737
www.seafarerhelp.org
(The SeafarerHelp service provides free multilingual support to seafarers and their families anywhere in the world, 24 hours a day.)

🌐 Mission to Seafarers
www.missiontoseafarers.org
(https://www.mtslagos.org/where-can-i-get-help?)

🌐 Sailors’ Society
www.sailors-society.org

🌐 Stella Maris
www.stellamaris.org.uk

🌐 ITF Seafarers
www.itfseafarers.org

🌐 International Maritime Organization
https://www.imo.org/en/mediacentre/hottopics/pages/supporting-seafarers.aspx?

⚓ Stay vigilant. Stay safe.
⚓ The maritime community stands with you.

28/02/2026

https://youtu.be/9lNGifIwKrE

Video message by IMO Secretary-General marking the 20th anniversary of the adoption of the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC, 2006), a landmark treaty th...

28/02/2026

https://youtu.be/KvjEXDZ2PC8

Marking 20 years since the adoption of the Maritime Labour Convention, ILO Director-General Gilbert F. Houngbo celebrates its transformative impact on two mi...

02/02/2026

https://www.iswan.org.uk/news/iswan-granted-consultative-status-at-the-international-maritime-organization/

This recognition marks a significant milestone in ISWAN’s mission to champion the health, wellbeing and safety of seafarers worldwide.

01/02/2026

https://splash247.com/world-maritime-university-warns-of-severe-crisis-as-half-of-seafarers-eye-exit-within-five-years/

A major new survey by the World Maritime University (WMU) has painted a stark picture of life at sea, warning that excessive workloads, chronic stress and poor mental health are pushing large numbers of seafarers towards the exit – with potentially serious consequences for safety and future crewin...