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Firm Plans Big For Consumers In PH

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Smirnoff Premium Spirit Drink is on course to become a house hold name this year as the producers plan to bring unique experience to the brand’s consumers in most cities in the country.

The Smirnoff Brand Manager, Mr Amaechi Kobi who stated this at a midnight circus organized by makers of Smirnoff Premium Spirit drink in Port Harcourt said they wanted something unique, unusual and different for its consumers as never before.

Okobi said the objectives of the mid-night circus which started in Lagos, Calabar and Port Harcourt cities were to give consumers of Smirnoff premium spirit the good feel of uniqueness which Smirnoff is known for.

According to him, we are learning an unforgettable experience on our consumers in the hope that their love for the brand will remain strong.

He however advised consumers of the brand to always drink responsibly, adding that they wanted people in Port Harcourt and Rivers State at large to have a great time.

DJJimmy Jatt was on hand at the ‘party, dishing out scintillating tunes that held the crowd spell bound. His electrifying mixes added the desired jives to the already exciting atmosphere. Also, the winner of the Port Harcourt Smirnoff DJ Search competition DJ Bombay, showcased why he is Port-Harcourt’s DJ champion as he put up a spectacular performance.

Smirnoff Midnight Circus Ringmaster Ikechukwu, one of Nigeria’s foremost rapper of the scalade fame was also on hand to entertain and engage the crowd. The party however got an interesting twist when one of the male guests proposed to his long time female friend who promptly accepted in front of a cheering crowd.

The party provided guests the rare opportunity to interact with the stilt walkers, clowns, dwarves, lions in cages and the ever glamorous Smirnoff girls in their stunning costumes, while the circus feel was further heightened with the distribution of circus gifts such as face masks, cat tails, circus hats, pop noses among others to be worn by guests. While the guests enjoyed their favourite Smirnoff drinks, they were encouraged to drink responsibly and also sign on the “Drink Responsibly Signature Wall,” which, according to Okobi, is one special form of Social Responsibility which the Diageo Brand advocates.

“Responsible drinking is one thing we hold dear as a brand. We are mindful and advocate enjoying drinks in moderation. So if you have attended any of our parties, you will find that water is served at regular intervals to people while they enjoy their drinks. As you heard the ringmaster said: drink responsibly, do not drink and drive and know your limit” Okobi said.

The Smirnoff Midnight Circus, according to our reporter, truly lived up to its billing of re- defining nightlife experiences across Nigeria and will for a long time remain in the memories of guests who attended the event.

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NPA Assures On Staff Welfare 

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The Managing Director, Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho, has said the management will continue to accompany its port infrastructure  and equipment  modernization drive  with the development of the welfare of its personnel.
Dantsoho made the disclosure recently while responding to the commendation by the Maritime Workers Union (MWUN) and the senior Staff Association of Statutory Corporations and Government-Owned Companies (SSASGOC) on the  clearing  of the age-long problem of employee stagnation, when the union paid him a courtesy visit at the Authority’s headquarters in Lagos.
A Statement by NPA’s General Manager Corporate & Strategic Communications, Mr. Ikechukwu Onyemekara, quoted Dantsoho as saying,  “our Port infrastructure and equipment modernization drive will go hand-in-hand with continuous staff welfare improvement”.
The NPA MD disclosed that human capital development constitutes the key strategy for creating and sustaining superior performance under his watch, adding that “talent development constitutes a critical success factor for the actualization of the big hairy audacious goals we have set for ourselves especially in the area of Port competitiveness.
“The only way we can meet and indeed exceed stakeholders’ expectations is to deepen the competencies of our human resources assets and boosting their morale.”
Speaking further, Dantsoho commended the Honourable Minister of Marine & Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, for approving the strategic proposal of the Dantsoho-led Management team that solved the over a decade-long problem of lack of promotion that had fuelled industrial disharmony.
“I must specially appreciate our amiable Minister for graciously approving the multi-pronged stratagem we deployed that cleared all outstanding cases of employee stagnation by conducting examinations in one fell swoop and instituted timelines to forestall a recurrence of such anomaly”, he sad.
Speaking on behalf of the joint maritime labour unions, the President  of Senior Staff Association of Statutory Corporations & Government-Owned Companies (SSASCGOC), Comrade Bodunde stated, “In addition to clearance of the backlog of stagnated promotions, we also wish to express our appreciation for the increase in productivity bonuses, provision of end-of-year welfare packages for staff, and the revision of the Financial Guide to the Condition of Service, which now addresses our members’ concerns about inflationary pressures.”
Nkpemenyie Mcdominic, Lagos
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ANLCA Chieftain Emerges FELCBA’s VP

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National Secretary of the Association of Nigerian Licensed Customs Agents (ANLCA), Elder Olumide Fakanlu, has been elected Vice President of the Federation of ECOWAS Licensed Customs Brokers Association (FELCBA).
The election took place during the FELCBA Congress, held from Tuesday, June 17th to Thursday, June 19th, 2025, in Freetown, Sierra Leone.
Fakanlu’s emergence as Vice President marks a significant achievement for Nigeria within the regional customs brokerage community.
Apart from Fakanlu, Secretary of the Seme Chapter of ANLCA, Austin Nwosu, was also elected, securing the role of Secretary of Relations with Institutions.
The Nigerian delegation played an active role in the congress, with Michael Ebeatu nominated as a member of the electoral officer team, ensuring a fair and transparent election process.
The three-day congress concluded with delegates undertaking a visit to the Sierra Leone Port, offering insights into the host nation’s maritime operations, followed by a recreational trip to the Tokeh Beach.
The newly elected executives are expected to lead FELCBA in its efforts to harmonize customs brokerage practices, promote trade facilitation, and advocate for the interests of licensed customs brokers across the ECOWAS sub-region.
Nkpemenyie Mcdominic, Lagos
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NSC, Police Boost Partnership On Port Enforcement 

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In a bid to enhance more enforcement in the nation’s Port, the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) has reaffirmed its commitment to stronger inter-agency collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force (NPF).
The Council said the collaboration is aimed at enhancing stronger enforcement, compliance and improve operational efficiency across Nigeria’s ports.
Executive Secretary/Chief Executive Officer of  NSC, Dr. Pius Akutah, made this known during a visit to the  Inspector-General of Police, Dr. Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, at the Force Headquarters, Abuja.
The visit, which he said, focused on strengthening institutional synergy, comes in the wake of growing responsibilities for the NSC under the newly created Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy.
Akutah emphasized the critical role of security agencies in supporting port operations and ensuring regulatory compliance.
He called for the posting of police officers to assist the Council’s monitoring and enforcement teams at key port locations including Lagos, Warri, Onne, Port Harcourt, and Calabar.
“The posting will complement the activities of our revived task teams and enhance our ability to enforce standards across the maritime logistics chain”, he said.
Earlier, the Inspector-General of Police, Dr. Egbetokun, assured the Council of the Force’s readiness to continue supporting the growth of the maritime sector.
The IGP acknowledged that compliance enforcement is essential to the successful implementation of Nigeria’s Blue Economy objectives.
“The NSC and NPF are expected to deepen collaboration in the months ahead, with a shared focus on building a secure, efficient, and competitive port environment”, to the IGP emphasized.
Chinedu Wosu
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