NAGAFF 2026 Elections: Omena Cash Gains Key Endorsements as Campaign Season Opens
Kathy Kyari
The race for the National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders (NAGAFF) 2026 chapter elections gathered momentum as Apapa Chapter chairmanship aspirant, Chief Obinali Emeka, popularly known as Omena Cash, secured the backing of influential leaders of the association during the official commencement of campaign activities at the NAGAFF national headquarters.
The campaign launch, which marked the beginning of the association's conventionary and electoral process nationwide, attracted key stakeholders, chapter leaders, and members, highlighting growing interest in the forthcoming elections.
Speaking at the event, NAGAFF Founder, Dr. Boniface Okechukwu Aniebonam, praised the National President, High Chief Emmanuel Tochukwu Ezisi, for his leadership and commitment to the growth of the association.
He particularly commended Ezisi for leading the acquisition of the NAGAFF Village, describing it as a landmark achievement that ended the association's dependence on rented accommodation and secured a permanent national secretariat for members.
Aniebonam also paid tribute to Alhaji Ibrahim Tanko, National Coordinator of the NAGAFF 100 Percent Compliance Team, for his loyalty and dedication to the association, describing him as his "third son."
He acknowledged Tanko's contributions to the growth of NAGAFF and his role in mobilising members for the successful campaign launch.
The founder further recognised the contributions of Dr. Segun Musa, the longest-serving Chairman of the NAGAFF Murtala Muhammed Airport Chapter, commending him for laying a strong foundation that continues to positively influence the chapter.
Attention later shifted to the contest for the Apapa Chapter chairmanship as Aniebonam openly expressed admiration for Omena Cash. His remarks triggered enthusiastic chants of "Incoming Chairman" from supporters, reflecting the confidence many members have in the aspirant's leadership credentials.
Adding his voice, Tanko publicly endorsed Omena Cash, describing him as his protégé and expressing confidence in his capacity to provide effective leadership for the chapter.
He stressed the need to create opportunities for younger freight forwarding professionals to introduce fresh ideas, innovation, and renewed energy into the affairs of the association.
Tanko urged members to support a candidate capable of strengthening the chapter, promoting unity, and advancing the interests of freight forwarders operating within the Apapa port corridor.
Earlier, the Secretary General of NAGAFF, Forwarder Godfrey Emeka Nwosu, described the campaign launch as the beginning of the association's electoral activities across its chapters.
Nwosu said the event reflected the democratic ideals of NAGAFF and its commitment to encouraging healthy competition, leadership development, and active participation among members.
According to him, the era when leadership positions were viewed as the preserve of a select few had ended, noting that the association now promotes open contests and equal opportunities for qualified members seeking leadership positions.
He explained that the rally organised by Omena Cash and his supporters demonstrated their readiness and commitment ahead of the elections.
On the credibility of the electoral process, Nwosu expressed confidence in all aspirants, saying they possess the integrity required to seek office.
He assured members that the leadership of the association, under the National President, had established the necessary structures to ensure transparent, credible, and successful elections across all NAGAFF chapters in 2026.
"The focus is not on one individual but on delivering a quality election that will further strengthen NAGAFF and move the association forward," Nwosu stated.
Presenting his manifesto, Omena Cash pledged to introduce practical and innovative solutions to challenges facing freight forwarders.
He promised to strengthen the chapter's influence within the maritime industry, improve members' welfare, promote unity among practitioners, and ensure freight forwarders can conduct legitimate business without undue harassment or intimidation.
He also assured members of an inclusive and transparent administration that would prioritise capacity building, stakeholder engagement, professional development, and policy initiatives aimed at creating a more conducive business environment for freight forwarding operations.
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