The Chartered Institute of Export and Commodity Brokers of Nigeria (CIECOBON) has said lack of flat-bottomed vessels to transport cargoes to Apapa rendered the use of Ikorodu Lighter Terminal once designated for export, describing it as a dead on arrival decision.
Members of the Chartered Institute of Export and Commodity Brokers of Nigeria (CIECOBON) led by the President/Council Chairman, Dr. Ayobami Omotoso disclosed this when they paid the Executive Secretary/Chief Executive Officer and Management of Nigerian Shipper’s Council, NSC, Rt. Hon. Emmanuel Jime, a courtesy visit at the NSC headquarters in Lagos recently.
During the visit the President/Council Chairman sought NSC’s cooperation in promoting export.
He also called on NSC to appeal to the Federal Government to establish an Export-specific Port to further encourage exports.
Dr. Omotoso disclosed that one of the shipping lines operating in the sub-region has been providing open roof-top vessels for Ghanaian exporters of produce.
He pleaded with NSC to discuss the possibility of extending such a service to Nigerian exporters because the reefer containers that should ordinarily be used are too expensive for many exporters.
According to a statement signed by Rakiya Dhikru-Yagboyaju, Head, Public Relations Unit , Nigerian Shippers’ Council , quoted , the Executive Secretary/Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Emmanuel Jime warmly welcomed the delegation and assured them that part of NSC’s mandate, being in alliance with that of CIECOBON, will result in a partnership that will benefit the nation’s economy. He commended the doggedness of CIECOBON in promoting export through advocacy and capacity building. He enjoined the body to keep forging ahead in its mission with patriotic zeal.
He also assured Dr. Omotoso and his delegation that NSC will discuss the request for open rooftop vessels.
The Chartered Institute of Export and Commodity Brokers of Nigeria (CIECOBON ) came into existence in 2015 following National Assembly approval of the merger of the Institute of Export of Nigeria (IEON) and Commodity Brokers Association of Nigeria (CBAN).
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Executive Secretary/CEO ,Nigerian Shippers Council Mr. Emmanuel Jime (R) presenting a gift to the President, CIECOBON, Mr. Ayobami Omotoso recently in Lagos
