The Nigerian Shippers Council (NSC), says the Bill on Nigerian Port Economic Regulatory Agency currently awaiting presidential assent will enhance efficiency at the ports and boost export. The Executive Secretary of the council, Dr Pius Akutah said this on Thursday…
By Seun Ibiyemi In a move aimed at enhancing efficiency in export cargo processing, the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has mandated the implementation of the Nigeria Export Proceed (NXP) as a compulsory requirement for all export-bound cargo trucks entering the…
The World Customs Organisation (WCO) has commended SIFAX Group for its strategic importance and the excellent service that has become the hallmark of the business conglomerate. This recognition was given during the presentation of a “Certificate of Merit” to the…
As part of efforts to ensure the National Single Window (NSW) project delivers the much-desired efficiency at the nation’s seaports, the Nigerian Ports Consultative Council (NPCC) has recommended periodic audits and outlined key performance indicators (KPIs). The NPCC also proposed…
By Seun Ibiyemi The Managing Director of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Mr. Bola Oyebamiji, FCIB, has emphasised the need for adequate budgetary allocation to the water transportation sub-sector, stating that it is crucial for the sector’s growth and…
The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Mr Adegboyega Oyetola says that Nigeria has commenced the deployment of advanced technology to enhance its global competitiveness in maritime trade. The minister made this remark on Wednesday during the inauguration of the…
…Targets 25% reduction of port operations cost By Seun Ibiyemi The Federal Government has unveiled plans to implement the National Single Window (NSW) as part of its strategy to reduce the cost of doing business in Nigerian ports by at…
By Seun Ibiyemi The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has set an ambitious revenue target of N560 billion for 2025, reflecting a significant increase from previous projections. The Director General of NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Moboreola, announced this during…
By Seun Ibiyemi The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) and the Nigerian Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG) have resolved to continue to uphold their operational collaboration necessary to grow Nigerian export trade. Speaking when he was received by the Managing Director of…
By Seun Ibiyemi Following the voluntary resignation of Commodore Emmanuel Effedua (rtd) as the Rector of the Maritime Academy of Nigeria (MAN), Oron, Akwa Ibom, Dr Kevin Okonna has been appointed as the Acting Rector. Dr Okonna, who serves as…
