NPA, NPERA tackle jurisdiction clashes over dry ports
The NPA and NPERA have moved to strengthen collaboration to resolve jurisdictional clashes over the management and regulation of inland dry ports in Nigeri Read More: https://punchng.com/npa-npera-tackle-jurisdiction-clashes-over-dry-ports/
The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) and the Nigerian Ports Economic Regulatory Agency (NPERA) have taken steps to enhance cooperation and prevent jurisdictional conflicts over inland dry ports. These agencies aim to streamline maritime operations and expand trade logistics across Nigeria. Following a high-level meeting between the management of NPA and the executive leadership of NPERA, the two agencies have proposed the establishment of a joint inter-agency committee, according to Ikechukwu Onyemekara, General Manager, Corporate and Strategic Communications at NPA.
The development came in the wake of the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, directing the transfer of regulatory functions for inland dry ports from NPERA. NPA Managing Director Dr Abubakar Dantsoho thanked the NPERA Director-General/CEO, Dr Pius Akutah, for the legislation's enactment. Akutah highlighted the strategic role of NPA in the development of inland dry ports, noting that effective inland dry ports are crucial for regional trade and expanding maritime logistics into Nigeria's hinterlands.
The proposed committee would comprise representatives from various maritime agencies to ensure smooth transition and avoid duplication of responsibilities.
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