The Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), the nation’s Port Economic Regulator, has recently been honored with the Corporate Leadership Award as the ‘Most Outstanding Maritime Agency in Efficiency and Transparency in Nigerian Ports.’’
The award was presented at the recent Woman of Fortune Hall of Fame Induction, held during the 2nd International Women’s Leadership Summit in Abuja.
Delivering paper at the event titled “Technology, Women and Shipping Regulation in a Smart Port Regime,” the
Executive Secretary/CEO of NSC, Akutah Pius Pius Ukeyima, Esq, MON, Ph.D, FCILT, who was represented by team led by Mr. Moses Abere, Director, Special Duties Department,
However, Dr. Akutah pointed out that Nigeria is at a pivotal moment in its maritime development. He stated that aligning technological innovation with gender-responsive regulation is key to building globally competitive and socially transformative ports.
He further maintained that ongoing digital transformation in the port sector presents significant opportunities to enhance women’s participation, ultimately strengthening Nigeria’s blue economy. He also emphasized that the future of the maritime industry will be smarter and more sustainable when women are not placed at the margins but at the centre of technological and regulatory advancement.
The theme of the summit aligns with the importance of gender diversity, technology-driven leadership, and inclusive development across sectors, including alternative and informal education.
During the awards presentation, the Nigerian Shippers’ Council received an award acknowledging its core mandate as the nation’s Port Economic Regulator, specifically for enhancing efficiency, transparency, and inclusiveness at the ports.
