Harboursandport.com: Abuja, Nigeria – November 20, 2025: The Nigerian Shippers’ Council, NSC has been recognized with the Corporate Leadership Award as the “Most Outstanding Maritime Agency in Efficiency and Transparency in Nigerian Ports” at the Woman of Fortune Hall of Fame Induction and the 2nd International Women’s Leadership Summit, held recently in Abuja.
The summit, themed “Fostering Sustainability, Women and Leadership with Technologies,” brought together leaders across sectors to highlight the role of gender diversity and technology-driven governance in sustainable development.
The award underscores NSC’s commitment to promoting efficiency, transparency, and inclusiveness within Nigeria’s port ecosystem.
Representing the Executive Secretary/CEO of NSC, Pius Akutah, at the event was Moses Abere, Director of Special Duties Department, who led the Council’s delegation.
Delivering a paper titled “Technology, Women and Shipping Regulation in a Smart Port Regime,” Abere conveyed Akutah’s message that Nigeria is at a pivotal moment in its maritime development.
The Shippers Council boss emphasized that aligning technological innovation with gender-responsive regulation is key to building globally competitive and socially transformative ports.
He noted that ongoing digital transformation in the port sector presents significant opportunities to enhance women’s participation, ultimately strengthening Nigeria’s blue economy.
“The future of the maritime industry will be smarter and more sustainable when women are not placed at the margins but at the centre of technological and regulatory advancement,” Akutah stated.
The summit also stressed the importance of inclusive leadership, alternative education, and technology adoption as drivers of sustainability across industries.
By receiving this award, the Nigerian Shippers’ Council has further validated its role as a leading maritime agency committed to transparency, efficiency, and inclusiveness in Nigeria’s port operations.
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