Representatives of Nigeria’s largest group of clearing agents at the ports, the Association of Nigerian Licensed Customs Agents (ANLCA) and the National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders (NAGAFF), while on a visit to the $1.5bn Lekki Deep Seaport, raised concerns over the state of the ports access roads leading to the Lekki Freeport Terminal and a lack of a Freight Forwarders Village at the port.
In a post on it’s social media handles on Tuesday, the terminal operator for Lekki Deep seaport, the Lekki Freeport Terminal explained that the Terminal operator takes these concerns seriously and is actively working with partners, including government agencies, to address this issue and improve road connectivity for seamless cargo transit.
According to Lekki Freeport Terminal, “We were honoured to welcome representatives from NAGAFF (National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders) & ANCLA (Association of Nigerian Licensed Customs Agents) to our state-of-the-art terminal recently.
“Their visit was an excellent opportunity to showcase our advanced facilities, powered by cutting-edge technology and the seamless proximity of Customs operations.
“We were delighted to receive accolades from the NAGAFF and ANCLA teams for our world-class infrastructure, efficient operations, and commitment to excellence. Their recognition reinforces our dedication to providing top-notch services that meet and exceed industry standards, as we take immense pride in creating an ecosystem that empowers trade and contributes to our nation’s economic growth.
“However, while ANCLA recommented on the necessity for a freight forwarder village, NAGAFF expressed concerns about the access roads leading to our terminal during their tour.
“We take these concerns seriously and understand how important it is for the operators to be near the facility and for transportation networks to run smoothly for effective logistics operations.
We are actively working with partners, including government agencies, to address this issue and improve road connectivity for seamless cargo transit.
“At Lekki Freeport Terminal, we remain committed to fostering strong partnerships with industry bodies like NAGAFF and ANCLA to drive innovation, enhance customer experience, and contribute to the growth of the maritime sector.
“We appreciate their valuable insights, and we are confident that together, we can find sustainable solutions for the challenges faced by the logistics community.
“Stay tuned as we continue our journey towards operational excellence, embracing technology and championing seamless connectivity. Together, let us unlock new horizons in the world of logistics.”
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