Zenith Bank, MSC Shipping Sponsors Training For Maritime Journalists

... Training Necessary To Keep Journalists Abreast Of New Development - Roam Media Concept 

By Ewrhujakpor Godfrey Bivbere & Rahanetu Abuh 

Harboursandports.com: Lagos- November 5, 2024: Zenith Bank and global shipping giants, MSC Shipping Line recently sponsored a training workshop for maritime journalists to keep them abreast of new developments in the industry.

L-R: Managing Director of Roam Media Concept,  Mr. Innocent Orok, CAC of Tin-can Island Port Command, Dera Nnadi, CAC of Apapa Area Command, Dr. Babatunde Olomu and Deputy Managing Director of MSC Shipping, Jacob Iosso at the event.

The training which took place in Lagos was convened by the Nigeria Customs Service, NCS in conjunction with Roam Media Concept.

Comptroller Dera Nnadi presenting an award for MSC Shipping.

The one-day training programme with the theme "Commercial Terms and Phrases in the Nigeria  Maritime  Industry," also saw some senior maritime journalists honoured for their long service to the industry.

Comptroller Babatunde Olomu presenting an award to the Editor/Publisher of Shipping Position, Mr. Sesan Onileimo, represented by the Assistant Editor of Shipping Position, Mr. Olayinka Onigbinde.

In his opening remarks, the Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, said that the maritime industry has undergone significant changes over the years. Therefore, the training was necessary for the benefit of the industry.

Comptroller Dera Nnadi presenting an award to Mr. Dele Aderibigbe.

According to the Customs CG who was represented by the Customs Area Controller, CAC of Tin-can Island Port Command, Dera Nnadi said, "As we gather here today, we stand at the intersection of trade, innovation, and regulatory practices that shape our global economy.

"The maritime industry has undergone significant changes over the past few years, driven by advancements in technology, shifts in global trade patterns, and evolving regulatory frameworks.

Comptroller Babatunde Olomu presenting an award to the Convener, Mr. Innocent Orok.

"With these changes come new technologies and practices that may not only include Customs operations, but also how we communicate and collaborate within the industry.

"Today, we will explore essential vocabulary that underpins our work, helping us to navigate the complexities of Customs procedures, trade compliance, and international logistics, we are turning this time with not just a matter of humanity. It is crucial for enhancing efficiency, functioning transparently, and ensuring compliance in our operations," he noted.

The Managing Director of Roam Media Concept,  Mr. Innocent Orok, in his welcome address, disclosed that the training was a fall out from a write up by a reporter (not a maritime journalist), who misrepresented facts and made reference to a system that Customs had discarded over two decade ago.

He disclosed that there was a need for the training if journalists must disseminate accurate and current developments in the maritime industry to the public.

Speaking on the challenges faced in the cause of organizing the event, Mr. Orok said, "Though,  it has not been easy to put this event together due to the harsh economic realities of our polity. But it is worth it, because truly speaking a lot has evolved in the Maritime sector, especially new technologies and ICT based services which the media must be abreast with to properly educate, inform and set agendas for a productive Maritime sector." 

"It is pertinent to note that Maritime Journalists deserves training and Empowerment," he stressed.

He commended the Comptroller General of Customs for the approval of the training programme as well as the CACs of Apapa and Tin-can port Commands and their Public Relations Officers for their contribution to the success of the event.