Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Nigerian Shippers’ Council

March 24, 2026

NSC wants MSC to halt tariff increase amid rising maritime tensions

In a March 23, 2026, letter titled ‘Re: Suspension of Tariff Approval’, the council instructed MSC to comply with its earlier directive halting the increase.

Vessels at Lekki
March 20, 2026

NSC orders immediate suspension of new shipping tariffs

The Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) has directed shipping lines and their agencies to immediately suspend the implementation of recently approved tariffs

Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC)
February 20, 2026

NSC chief hails national single window as maritime game-changer

The CEO of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council, Ukeyima Akutah, says the National Single Window will transform Nigeria’s maritime sector.

CEO of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council, Ukeyima Akutah
January 19, 2026

Oyetola inaugurates Nigerian Shippers’ Council governing board

The minister assured the board of the ministry’s full support in discharging its responsibilities.

Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Gboyega Oyetola
January 13, 2026

Shippers’ council orders suspension of port charge increases nationwide

The NSC’s CEO said the recent port charge reviews were conducted strictly within the council’s statutory mandate as the Port Economic Regulator.

Badagry seaport
December 9, 2025

Kaduna port records 800 container throughput, says customs

The Nigerian Shippers’ Council says cargo activities at the Kaduna Inland Dry Port have improved, with monthly throughput rising from 200 to 800 containers.

Kaduna Inland Dry Port
May 22, 2025

Shippers’ council hails removal of container deposit charges

The Nigerian Shippers’ Council has hailed the CMA CGM Nigeria Shipping Ltd. for the removal of container deposit charges for Nigerian Shippers.

Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC)
April 30, 2025

Shippers urge NESRA to ratify agreement on ocean resources

NSC executive secretary Pius Akutah said this in a statement on Wednesday.

Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC)
April 29, 2025

Shippers’ council urges port users to complete online registration

The NSC boss said the online registration represented a significant milestone in the council’s journey toward digital transformation

Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC)
April 8, 2025

Trump Tariffs: Nigerian exporters advised to adopt group export strategy

“When you export as an individual, it’s difficult to enjoy rebates,” she explained.

Vessel used to illustrate the story