As the tenure comes to an end for the previous administration, Minister of Transportation, Muazu Sambo, and the Minister of State for Transportation, Ademola Adegoroye, were lauded by stakeholders for the outstanding, transformative change and substantial achievements accomplished in the transport and maritime industry in just 10 months. Sambo and Adegoroye were appointed as of July 2022, to superintend over the transport ministry, after the resignation of the past minister, Rotimi Amaechi, who resigned to pursue a presidential bid. This recognition was shared during a weekend appreciation dinner in Lagos for the ex-ministers hosted by the League of Maritime Editors (LOME).
At the event, stakeholders highlighted triumphs in the transport and maritime sectors, such as the disbursement of the long-stalled Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF) within nine weeks after approval by then-President Muhammadu. Among their many accomplishments, they noted the introduction of Cargo Tracking Notes (CTN), the expansion of the Nigerian Seafarers Development Programme (NSDP) will include maritime-related training courses, the creation of a one-stop-shop port community system to increase connectivity and efficiency, and the reintegration of ports outside of Lagos into the national system.
Decision to reinstate the cargo tracking notes is ideal.
Boss Mustapha, former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, and the event chairman praised Sambo for his modesty and his ability to work amicably with the presidency, the legislature, the heads of agencies, and stakeholders in the transportation industry. Mustapha, who was represented by Tolu Odebiyi, the Deputy Chairman of the Senate Committee on Marine Transport, acknowledged the several successful initiatives completed under Sambo watch, such as the advent of trains and boats. He expressed optimism that the new administration would give Sambo the credit and recognition he deserved.
Executive Secretary, Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) Emmanuel Jime also commended Sambo for his leadership, indicating that the decision to reinstate the cargo tracking note after an eight-year hiatus was an ideal instance. Jime said that the accomplishment will forever impact the course of Nigeria’s efforts to ensure the safety of its cargo and added that the council and the maritime industry as a whole would never forget it. Mohammed Bello-Koko, managing director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), hailed the development of the Lekki deep seaport as one of the agency’s outstanding achievements during Sambo’s tenure.
Efforts by the ex-minister brought revolutionary change.
Bello-Koko further assured the ministers that NPA will continue to promote automation, refurbish port infrastructure, deepen the equipment fleet, and overall enhance efficient service delivery and customer satisfaction in order to realize the vision of transforming Nigeria’s seaports into regional centers. Dr. Bashir Jamoh, Director General of NIMASA, touted Sambo’s insight as an industry insider with extensive knowledge of the marine sector. Jamoh highlighted some of the accomplishments accomplished under Sambo’s directive, including the opening of many new zonal offices, operational boats, and clinics.
Fidet Okhiria, Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), acknowledged Sambo and Adegoroye for their efforts in making NRC modernization projects triumphant. The President of LOME, Timothy Okorocha, applauded Sambo’s dedication to strengthening the industry governance, capacity building, and expansion in his opening remarks. He gave credit to the previous minister for his work and efforts to bring about revolutionary change through a commitment to action rather than empty words. Okorocha praised Sambo for his commitments to addressing long-standing challenges, such as the distribution of the CVFF and the lack of capacity in the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA).
This great outcome was possible with stakeholders backing.
Others include the Nigerian Institute of Transport Technology (NITT), the Maritime Academy of Nigeria (MAN), the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), as well as other significant initiatives were deployed to advance the industry to its current position of prominence. In response, the transportation minister credited the sector’s stakeholders and a skilled workforce for helping him succeed during his time in office. Sambo stated that the great outcomes were possible owing to the backing and cooperation of transport sector stakeholders and the executives of agencies under the ministry.
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Stakeholders laud feats in transport industry. – The ex-ministers were lauded for the transformative change in the sector. – Express your point of view.
Muazu Sambo ex-Minister of Transportation and ex-Minister of State for Transportation, Ademola Adegoroye have done remarkably well in the transportation section within the few years that are appointed into office. There was a major transformation in the section. These people deserve commendation for their outstanding performers.
The transformative changes that have taken place in the transport industry have been lauded by stakeholders, and the former ministers who played a key role in driving these changes should be highly commended for their visionary leadership. These changes have had a positive impact on businesses, the economy, and the social well-being of citizens, and they have set a good foundation for the future growth and development of the transport industry.
The former minister who were instrumental in bringing about these improvements deserve praise for their inspiring leadership. These modifications have had a favorable effect on businesses, the economy, and the social welfare of residents, and they have laid a solid foundation for the transportation sector’s future expansion and development this how minister should be good in their various position
Ex minister of transportation have achieved remarkable success in the transportation sector throughout their brief tenure in office. The section underwent a significant alteration. These individuals merit praise for their exceptional performance.
Wow the minister of Transportation really went far on their best to accomplish such a great feat. Keeping significant progress maintained is not something you get to see everyday.
Ex The ministry of transportation put a lot of effort into achieving this fantastic success this is kind of achievement we hope to be seeing by our minister in doing great job
The ex-ministers were lauded for the transformative change in the sector. They have done their part, but we still have a very long way to go. The country is not yet in good shape. So many things need to be done.
Stakeholders of this transportation sector will surely laud the ministry for transportation. This is because they have gained and benefitted alot form the ministry. Still, nothing tangible can be said to have been done for the country.
These two ministers that were appointed b by the formal president were outstanding in their performers. They took some decisions that brought transformative development to the transportation and maritime sector. These ministers have done very well and deserve our applauds.