Nigerian Shippers Council Directs Shipping Lines To Halt New Tariff Hike‎‎

The Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), has directed shipping lines and their respective agencies to suspend the implementation of the recently approved tariffs.

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‎The country's ports economic regulator gave this directive in a press release issued by the management of the Nigeria Shippers Council yesterday, Friday 20th 2026 mandating all affected operators to revert to, and apply strictly, the tariff regime that was in force immediately prior to the said increase.

‎The statement reads in full. ‎"The Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), in the exercise of its statutory mandate as the economic regulator of the port and shipping sector, hereby directs all shipping lines and their respective agencies to immediately suspend the implementation of the recently approved tariffs.

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‎This directive is issued pursuant to ongoing engagements with critical stakeholders and in response to substantive concerns raised regarding the timing, structure, and potential impact of the said tariffs on port users and the wider logistics value chain.

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‎In order to safeguard fair competition, transparency, and sectoral stability, the Council considers it necessary to halt further implementation pending the conclusion of comprehensive consultations and regulatory review.

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‎Accordingly, all affected operators are mandated to revert to, and apply strictly, the tariff regime that was in force immediately prior to the said increase. Any deviation from this directive shall constitute a breach of regulatory compliance and will attract appropriate sanctions in line with extant laws and regulations.

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‎The Council will, upon conclusion of stakeholder consultations and internal review processes, communicate a definitive position on the matter.

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The NSC remains resolute in its commitment to effective economic regulation, protection of cargo interests, and the promotion of an efficient and equitable maritime transport system.

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‎All operators are hereby enjoined to ensure strict and immediate compliance".

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