Oritsegbubemi Omatseyin
Lagos — The Nigerian Shippers’ Council, NSC, and the National Single Window (NSW) project Business Process Analysis Committee, held a meeting with focus on the integration of the Single Window system, a significant project designed to streamline trade processes and enhance efficiency within Nigeria’s Maritime sector.
Speaking at the meeting, the NSC Executive Secretary, Barr. Akutah, stressed the importance of the Single Window system, noting that the initiative would not only simplify operations but also promote transparency and curb illegal demands at seaports, terminals, and other trade points.
Barr. Akutah, who was represented by the Director of Human Resources, Mrs. Adaku Okam, further noted that the project aligns with the Council’s mandate, reducing delays and bottlenecks while increasing competitiveness and driving digital transformation in the sector.
Senior Consultant, NSW Business Process Analysis Committee, Ayokunle Osanyon, who was present at the meeting explained that the National Single Window is a transformative initiative that seeks to consolidate trade-related information and procedures, addressing critical issues such as duplicated documentation and revenue losses.
The project has been structured into three major parts: A Steering Committee to provide strategic direction, a Project Management Office to oversee timely execution and a Project Secretariat to manage day-to-day activities.
The initiative promises to reduce costs and time, simplify documentation, and eliminate redundant procedures. Additionally, the project aims to review and enhance existing trade processes, assess risks, and design standard operating procedures.
In her closing remarks, Mrs. Okam called on consultants to demonstrate patriotism, accountability, and responsibility, urging them to ensure that the project’s timeline is adhered to.
