NAGAFF HAILS 'NPERA' AS GAME CHANGER FOR NIGERIA'S PORT GOVERNANCE

 

NAGAFF Hails NPERA as Game Changer for Nigeria's Port Governance


The National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders (NAGAFF) has hailed the establishment of the Nigeria Ports Economic Regulator Agency (NPERA) as a game-changer for Nigeria's port governance, saying the reform will promote greater transparency, fairness and efficiency in the maritime sector.

High Chief Tochukwu Ezisi                                National President, NAGAFF  


In a statement signed by its National President, High Chief Tochukwu Ezisi, NAGAFF congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the establishment of the new agency, describing it as a landmark reform and a decisive step towards strengthening Nigeria's maritime governance framework.

The association also commended the resilience and efforts of the Executive Secretary of the Nigeria Shippers Council (NSC), Dr. akutah Pius, noting that the establishment of NPERA represents a significant milestone in the reform of the nation's port sector.

Ezisi said the creation of the agency would help address regulatory overlaps by separating the operational responsibilities of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) from economic regulatory oversight.

According to him, the new arrangement is expected to create a more balanced and transparent port governance structure.


"The creation of NPERA is a transformative milestone that will rebalance Nigeria's port governance.

"By separating operational functions under the Nigeria Ports Authority (NPA) from regulatory oversight under NPERA, the government has ensured transparency, fairness and efficiency in port operations," Ezisi said.

He further stressed that freight forwarders and traders are among the major beneficiaries expected to gain from the reform through more transparent tariff structures, improved competitiveness and fair dispute-resolution mechanisms.


The NAGAFF President added that shipping lines could benefit from more predictable tariff regimes and reduced monopolistic practices, while terminal operators would operate under clearer concession guidelines and stricter regulatory monitoring.

He noted that the separation of functions would also allow the NPA to concentrate more fully on its core responsibilities, particularly port infrastructure development and improved service delivery.


Ezisi further said the establishment of NPERA would strengthen the government's port governance framework and bring Nigeria's maritime regulatory system closer to global standards.

According to the association, the reform could also lead to reduced logistics costs and improved cargo clearance efficiency, ultimately benefiting consumers, traders and other users of port services.

Ezisi said NAGAFF was ready to work with NPERA, the NPA and other relevant stakeholders to ensure the new regulatory framework achieves its intended objectives.


"NAGAFF stands ready to collaborate with NPERA, NPA and all stakeholders to ensure that this reform delivers on its promise of a more competitive, transparent and globally aligned maritime sector. 

"We urge the government to provide the necessary support and call on all operators to embrace this change in the collective interest of Nigeria's trade and economic growth," he stated.

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