By Sylva OBASI Nigeria’s maritime sector, the gateway through which over 80 per cent of the nation’s international trade flows, is undergoing a sweeping transformation, which is being midwifed by the Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho. PLATFORM REPORTERS learnt that anchored on port modernisation, digital trade facilitation and institutional reform,…
By Sylva OBASI The Managing Director, Nigerian Ports Authority, Dr Abubakar Dantsoho proudly celebrates the resilience, dedication, and invaluable contributions of women in the maritime sector—including firefighting, security, piloting, engineering, hydrography, administrative and maritime-support services such as aids to navigation. These remarkable women are excelling even in roles that traditionally demand male-kind of strength. PLATFORM…
By Sylva OBASI Nigeria’s maritime sector recorded a historic surge of activities in 2025, driven by increased cargo throughput, rising container traffic, and a growing export footprint — a development that underscores the Federal Government’s commitment to economic diversification, according to the 2025 Operational Performance Report released by the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA). PLATFORM REPORTERS…
