Nigerian Shippers' Council Aligns with President Tinubu's Economic Agenda, Achieves 90% Automation in Port Processes
The Executive Secretary/CEO of the Nigerian Shippers' Council, Barrister Pius Ukeyima Akutah, addressed the Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN) breakfast meeting on the theme "Trade Facilitation and President Tinubu's Economic Agenda" on July 24, 2024, at Rockview Hotels in Apapa.
Akutah was represented by the Assistant Director in the Consumer Affairs Department of the Nigerian Shippers' Council, Ogbonnaya Austina.
Akutah expressed appreciation for the invitation and highlighted the alignment of the theme with the Federal Government's Renewed Hope Agenda to facilitate trade and bring prosperity to Nigerians.
He outlined President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's 8-Point Agenda to revamp the economy, including reforming the economy, strengthening national security, boosting agriculture, and enhancing infrastructure and transportation.
The Nigerian Shippers' Council has made significant progress in promoting and advocating for the digitalization of Nigerian port processes and operations, achieving over 90% automation.
Additionally, the Council has operationalized the Dala, Funtua, and Kaduna Inland Dry Ports and developed Vehicle Transit Areas (VTAs) to facilitate cargo safety and security.
Furthermore, Akutah highlighted the establishment of Border Information Centres (BICs) to ameliorate challenges faced by cross-border traders, in collaboration with USAID and Borderless Alliance. He assured MARAN of the Council's continued partnership in facilitating trade and related activities.
The address demonstrated the Nigerian Shippers' Council's commitment to supporting the Federal Government's economic agenda and promoting trade facilitation in the country.
The Council's efforts aim to enhance the ease of doing business, reduce trade costs, and increase efficiency in port operations, ultimately contributing to the growth of the Nigerian economy.
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