The Executive Secretary/CEO of Nigerian Shippers’ Council NSC, Dr. Akutah Pius, MON, has expressed confidence that Nigeria’s National Single Window NSW, once operational, will significantly improve transparency within Nigeria’s port system.

He made this known during a meeting organised by the House of Representatives Committee on Shipping Services and Related Matters, chaired by Hon. Abdussamad Dasuki.

According to him, the initiative is expected to address longstanding operational challenges arising from the fragmented activities of multiple government agencies currently working in silos.

“The NSW will foster synergy and coordinated collaboration by streamlining port processes into a unified digital system.

“The role of the Council as the nation’s Port Economic Regulator has already contributed substantially to restoring order and improving operational standards within the maritime sector”, Akutah said.

In his remarks, the Chairman of the Committee, Hon. Dasuki called for expanded stakeholder engagement to ensure inclusiveness, noting that the issue has significant implications for the national economy.