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In a stern warning to freight forwarders, former Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Shippers\u2019 Council (NSC), Mr. Hassan Bello, emphasized the necessity of embracing education and technology to stay relevant in the rapidly evolving cargo handling and logistics industry. Bello, speaking at the 24th anniversary of the National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders (NAGAFF) in Lagos, highlighted the critical role of technology in the professionalism and future sustainability of the freight forwarding practice.<\/p>\n
Expressing concern over the prevalence of manual transactions in the industry, Bello questioned the need for physical visits to ports for tasks that could be efficiently accomplished in offices through technology. He stressed the importance of freight forwarders adopting modern practices, urging them not to risk becoming obsolete in the face of emerging industry trends.<\/p>\n
Bello advocated for a restructured and consolidated freight forwarding practice, proposing the consolidation of the industry under a few companies with comprehensive knowledge of the global economy and a commitment to professionalism. He argued against the multitude of small, independent freight forwarding businesses, suggesting that a consolidated approach would enhance efficiency.<\/p>\n
Dr. Boniface Aniebonam, the founder of NAGAFF, echoed the sentiment, emphasizing the value of knowledge alongside wealth. He emphasized the importance of education in the freight forwarding sector and revealed the establishment of the NAGAFF Academy for the training and retraining of freight forwarders to enhance capacity and professionalism.<\/p>\n
Tochukwu Ezizi, the President of NAGAFF, acknowledged the association’s significant contribution to Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) through duties, levies, and Practitioner\u2019s Operating Fees. However, he called for collaborative efforts among the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Customs, Shippers\u2019 Council, and other stakeholders to address inefficiencies in port and customs operations. Ezizi highlighted issues such as arbitrary hikes in duty and terminal charges, emphasizing the impact on port operational efficiency and the need to combat illegal activities around port terminals for smoother cargo clearance processes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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