NPA Congratulates ANLCA at 72, Renews Commitment to Port Modernisation

The NPA Managing Director, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho, extended warm wishes on behalf of the management and staff in a letter to the ANLCA National Secretariat in Lagos.

Dantsoho noted that ANLCA’s 72 years of service since 1954 demonstrate its resilience, professionalism, and enduring relevance in driving international trade and national economic growth.

According to him, “Since your establishment in 1954, ANLCA has remained a cornerstone of Nigeria’s maritime logistics chain. Reaching over seven decades of continuous service is a testament to the resilience, professionalism, and enduring relevance of your association in facilitating international trade and driving national economic growth.”

The NPA boss noted that licensed customs agents remained “key trade facilitators and indispensable partners” at the nation’s port corridors, stressing their role in maintaining cargo fluidity, improving port operational efficiency and sustaining supply chains.

According to him, “The NPA deeply values the strategic relationship, constructive engagement, and mutual cooperation our organisations have cultivated over the years.”

Dantsoho further reaffirmed the authority’s commitment to strengthening the operating environment for customs brokers and freight logistics providers.

He said the NPA would continue to focus on modernising port infrastructure, enhancing digital port operations and maintaining an enabling business environment to support the growth of businesses operating within the maritime sector.

“As you commemorate 72 years of excellence, leadership, and service to the nation, we reaffirm our commitment to modernising port infrastructure, enhancing digital port operations, and maintaining an enabling business environment that empowers customs brokers and freight logistics providers to thrive,” he said.

Dantsoho wished the association a memorable anniversary celebration and expressed hope for continued growth, impactful leadership and stronger collaboration between ANLCA and the NPA.

He added that the authority looked forward to “many more years of impactful leadership, growth, and fruitful partnership in building a world-class maritime industry.”