The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) says it is committed to boosting the country’s non-oil export sector through improved port operations and enhanced connectivity.
Speaking at the Kano International Trade Fair, NPA Managing Director Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho highlighted the agency’s efforts to streamline export processes and link local producers to global markets.
“Kano’s strategic position as a major commercial centre linking Nigeria to the northern hinterland and neighbouring landlocked countries presents enormous economic opportunities,” Dantsoho said.
He noted that the city’s rich agro-allied potential aligns with the NPA’s drive to connect local producers to international markets, particularly within the non-oil value-chain.
“The NPA has introduced several reforms to enhance Nigeria’s export competitiveness, including the establishment of Export Processing Terminals (EPTs).
“These terminals serve as one-stop facilities for consolidation, documentation, packaging, certification, and onward movement of export goods to the ports.
“The EPTs aim to eliminate bottlenecks that previously hindered the seamless export of Nigerian products by reducing duplication and bureaucratic delays,” Dantsoho explained.
“The NPA is also working to automate port operations through the Ports Community System (PCS), a precursor to the National Single Window (NSW).
“The NSW represents global best practice for integrating all stakeholders in the trade value chain on a single digital platform,” Dantsoho also said.
The NPA Chief Executive Officer pointed out that the reforms reflect the agency’s resolve to link value creators in Nigeria to global markets with minimal friction.
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