The Managing Director of the National Port Authority of Liberia, Hon. Sekou A. M. Dukuly, has lauded the National Port Authority of Nigeria for the level of investment being made in its port infrastructure and the shift in global trade towards Nigeria. Hon. Dukuly said the renewed commitment to positioning Nigeria as a key player in the global maritime sector. The NPA managing Director was speaking recently when he paid a working visit to the National Port Authority in Lagos, Nigeria.
Hon. Dukuly emphasized the importance of ports across West Africa are crucial for both domestic and foreign trade, and with the evolving landscape of global commerce, effective port operations are becoming more important. He pointed out that Port infrastructure development, streamlining of processes, and new technologies should be prioritized to improve Africa’s trade efficiency and global competitiveness.
Receiving the NPA Managing Director and delegation, the Managing Director of the National Port Authority of Nigeria Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho welcomed Hon. Dukuly and delegation to the Nigerian Port Authority, adding Port operations are crucial for Africa’s economic integration and trade development. Hon. Dantsoho said` the primary gateways for the continent’s exports and imports, are facilitating the movement of goods and services.
Hon. Dantsoho said port infrastructure development in West Africa is driven by rapid population growth, urbanization, and the need to support economic diversification. He said the continuous modernization of ports is necessary to improve trade efficiency and global competitiveness, addressing challenges like congestion and aging infrastructure.
The visit of Hon. Dukuly and delegation to the Port Authority of Nigeria was a significant milestone gear towards establishing partnership and inter-port relations aimed at improving trade facilitation in West Africa.
Source : NPA
