Our Target Is On Innovations, Progress in Global Trade

Our Target Is On Innovations, Progress in Global Trade - Barr. Akutah

The Executive Secretary, of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), Barrister Pius Ukeyima Akutah has said that the target of the ports economic regulator is in innovations that will promote global trade. saying that, already the Council is deep into championing progress on the dynamic waters of global trade.

The Council boss said this at a special management retreat organised by the Council in Lagos on Thursday, with the theme, "Strengthening the Economic Regulation of the Marine and Blue Economy for Sustainable Development”, The Executive Secretary said the council was determined to ensure that it promotes trade facilitation in the country in line with the global best practice.

He said that the retreat was an opportunity to achieve what would be of profound significance for the future of nation’s economy.
According to him, the focus of the Council on economic regulation underscores a profound understanding, adding that “effective governance , equitable practices and strategic policies, serve as the bedrock for fostering a thriving blue economy”.

While describing the retreat as strategic convergence of wisdom, expertise and foresight, the ES said the retreat was.a testament to the Council’s unwavering commitment in trying to shape a future where the Marine and Blue Economy, remains a beacon of sustainable development and prosperity.

He recalled that the recent retreat between the heads of maritime agencies and the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy underscored the Council’s commitment to “unwavering dedication to accountability, efficiency, and delivering results that exceed expectations”.
He stressed that such commitment should continue to solidify the Council’s resolve to serve with utmost efficiency and effectiveness.

Akutah said it was incumbent that the Council continues to align its Key Performance Indicators to that of the Ministry, “as contained in the performance Bond signed with the Minister”, He also disclosed that this will form the basis for measuring its performance as an organization.
He urged the management and personnel of the agency to work assiduously to take the Council to an enviable hight.

He also urged the personnel to continue in the spirit of collaboration, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to excellence in the interest of the organization as a regulator and national economy.

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