NSC, NCS Strengthens Ties to Boost Trade Facilitation

In its continued efforts to promote efficient cross-border trade and foster inter-agency collaboration, the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) recently paid a working visit to the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Ogun 1 Command, Idiroko Border, Ogun State ably headed by Comptroller Godwin Otunla.

The visit, which focused on strengthening operational ties, identifying joint strategies to address barriers to trade and reinforcing ethical practices along the corridors. The engagement also explored the role of both agencies in streamlining border processes and supporting the Federal Government’s goal of boosting regional commerce.

The Executive Secretary/CEO of the Council, Dr. Pius Akutah, MON who was represented at the visit by Ms. Adaora Nwonu, the Deputy Director, Trade Services, reaffirmed the Council’s commitment to enhancing collaboration with the Customs Service to advance cross-border trade facilitation and promote economic development.

“The Nigerian Shippers’ Council remains committed to supporting Customs and other border agencies in creating a seamless trade environment. We are here to deepen this relationship and contribute meaningfully to Nigeria’s economic growth", she stated.

In his response, Comptroller Otunla appreciated the Council’s active role in promoting trade facilitation across Nigeria. He noted that Customs remains open to collaboration with the NSC and other stakeholders to ensure the smooth movement of goods, curb smuggling, and foster transparency at border points.

As part of the visit, the Comptroller led the NSC delegation on a facility tour, including an inspection of the office space allocated to the Council for its proposed Border Information Centre—a strategic initiative aimed at improving information flow, transparency and compliance at the border.

The visit reinforces the NSC’s ongoing drive to engage with key actors in the trade and logistics chain and contribute to the development of a more efficient and accountable port and border ecosystem.

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