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President Tinubu calls for full automation in maritime sector at PMAWCA Meeting

In a bid to enhance the competitiveness of the African maritime sector, President Bola Tinubu has emphasised the need for full automation. He made this call during the 43rd Annual Council Meeting and 18th Roundtable of Managing Directors/Exhibition of the Port Management Association of West and Central African (PMAWCA) in Lagos on Monday. The gathering, Read More…

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Maritime stakeholders discuss challenges and prospects for Nigeria’s adoption of the maritime single window system

Maritime stakeholders convened during the Nigerian Chamber of Shipping (NCS) virtual breakfast meeting in October 2023, discussing the pivotal factors required for Nigeria to embrace the Maritime Single Window (MSW) system, with an emphasis on political will, legal frameworks, and essential technological skills. This system is expected to enhance the efficiency and competitiveness of the Read More…

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Maritime: ANLCA makes case for customs agents to participate in policy making

The Association of Nigerian Licensed Customs Agents (ANLCA) stated on Friday that customs brokers should be given the chance to influence maritime policy. Dr. Kayode Farinto, the Association’s acting national president, told newsmen that the precaution would ensure that there would be no policy reversal. When discussing hopes for 2023, Farinto said that, regrettably, the Read More…