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Comrade Adeyanju Hails Peaceful Transition, Commends Bunu’s Leadership for the election of shipping branch

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The Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN) has successfully conducted its Shipping Branch elections, culminating in the emergence of Comrade Femi Abass as the new Branch President. The election, held Monday at the Union’s National Secretariat in Apapa, Lagos, marked a smooth leadership transition from Comrade Ekpeyon Ekpeyon, who completed his constitutionally allowed two terms—spanning eight years. Until his election, Comrade Abass served as the Vice President of the Shipping Branch. His rise to the top position comes at a time when some quarters had anticipated discord surrounding the electoral process. However, under the firm and tactful leadership of the Union’s President-General, Comrade Francis Bunu Abi, the election was conducted peacefully, dispelling all fears of crisis. Comrade Bunu, a seasoned maritime professional and sailor from Delta State, was widely praised for steering the Union through a sensitive period with maturity and strategic foresight. Observers h...
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NARTO, MWUN condemn N12,500 e- call up levy at Lekki port

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  The National Road Transport Owners ( NARTO) and the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN) have jointly expressed dissaproval over the N12,500 e- call up levy implemented by the Lagos State Ministry of Transportation at the Lekki port. Both unions are urging the Lagos State government to reconsider the levy, citing significant economic concerns. NARTO had initially objected to the said ‘outrageous levy’, detailing in a letter to the ministry the already high cost of petroleum products and arguing that the new fees goes against princilple of equity, affordability and the broader interest of Nigeria. Despite the appeal, NARTO stated that the Ministry has not responded or convened a meeting to discuss the issue of mutual interest. NARTO’s argument on the said levy is hinged on the economic implications, and the hardship Nigerians are currently facing, pointing out that it would be unrealistic to impose such levy on its members and for the general interest of Nigerians....
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Shipping branch MWUN elects Abass Oluyinka as new President

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Shipping branch MWUN elects Abass Oluyinka as new President    Comrade Abass Olufemi Oluyinka has been elected as the President of the Maritime Workers’ Union of Nigeria (MWUN) Shipping, Clearing, Forwarding Agencies workers branch for the next four years. Oluyinka who succeeds Comrade Ekpeyong Ekpeyong after two terms in office was elected unopposed at the 6th Branch Quadrennial Delegates Conference held at the Union’s Secretariat in Lagos on Monday. Until his emergence, Oluyinka was the Vice President of the branch. He was elected alongside six others namely: Rosemary Otikpere, Vice President; Philip Mukoro, Treasurer; Williams Boniface Jon, Trustee; Com. Ubah Ugochukwu, Trustee; Com. Fowowe Micheal, Auditor and Com. Pat Eyonsa Paloma as Special Female member. In his acceptance speech, Oluyinka solicits members’ support, just as he urged them to foster unity to enable him and his executives carry out the task ahead. His words, “I am humble...
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Bunu To Dockworkers: Halt Operations If Workers Are Injured — Says Members’ Lives Not For Multinationals’ Negligence

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Bunu To Dockworkers: Halt Operations If Workers Are Injured — Says Members’ Lives Not For Multinationals’ Negligence Determined to prioritize members’ safety, the President General of the Maritime Workers’ Union of Nigeria (MWUN), Comrade Francis Bunu Abi, has issued a stern warning to dockworkers at the quay aprons across seaports nationwide to always halt port operations whenever a worker is injured. Bunu gave the warning on Friday in Lagos during Dockworkers Branch Working Committee (BWC) meeting. He called on quayside workers to prioritize safety at port terminals to ensure accident-free operations. The unionist stated that workers’ lives cannot be sacrificed in the line of duty due to multinational companies’ negligence; hence, any injured person must be rescued before work can continue. The President General lamented that some quayside workers are not properly kitted, stressing that dockers are always exposed to accidents regardless of the degree of injury...
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LAPO: WASH Market Research Survey

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L-R: Dorcas Thorpe, Head of Strategy and Transformation, LAPO Microfinance Bank; Cassandra Uzo Ogbugh, Head of External Affairs, Media, Purpose initiatives, Partnerships and Corporate Communications strategy, Reckitt Nigeria; Gilbert Okpono, Senior Account Partnership Manager of Water.org; Dr Jane Bevan,  Chief of Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene, UNICEF Nigeria; Cynthia Ikponmwosa, MD, LAPO Microfinance Bank; Lilian Ehigiamusoe, Executive Director, Operations, LAPO Microfinance Bank during the Presentation of Findings from the WASH Market Research Survey held at LAPO Place, Maryland, Lagos.
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BWC: MWUN P-G Preaches Unity Selflessness Ahead Of Dockworkers Branch Elections

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Ahead of the 23rd June 2025 dockworkers branch election, delegates and members have been advised to be magnanimous in fighting for the welfare of workers and union members at the branch. Declaring open the Branch Working Committee (BWC) meeting of the branch on Friday, the President General of the Maritime Workers’ Union of Nigeria (MWUN), Comrade Francis Bunu Abi, urged whoever emerges victorious to avoid being selfish in their dealings with members. He admonished the branch aspirants to put the interests of the union ahead of their personal interests. He also called on them to defend the image of the union and the branch wherever they find themselves, emphasizing that the union consists of educated people, not unrefined individuals as is popularly believed. In his words, “The elections are coming; open your eyes. This is the business that puts food on our tables. “Do not put yourself ahead of the union. You should be the ones to defend the union outside. “Trade union busi...
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MWUN President Rallies Behind Nigeria on IMO Election, Praises NIMASA

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The Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN) has pledged its full support for Nigeria’s bid to return to Category C of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council, while commending the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) for its transformative role in maritime security and governance. Speaking in Lagos over the weekend, MWUN President General, Comrade Francis Bunu, lauded NIMASA’s significant achievements, particularly in combating piracy in the Gulf of Guinea. He noted that the Agency’s efforts have significantly improved safety and stability on Nigerian waters. “We now have peace on our waters, and this achievement is commendable. It also enhances regional stability and boosts investor confidence,” Bunu stated, citing NIMASA’s commitment to maritime safety as a key driver of Nigeria’s growing prominence in global maritime affairs. Comrade Bunu further pledged that MWUN would mobilize support through its international affiliates to advocat...
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