Amaechi stated this on Friday in Lagos at the inauguration of the Command, Control, Communication and Intelligence System (CCCIS) of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA).
Rotimi Amaechi(Today)
Amaechi
stated this on Friday in Lagos at the inauguration of the Command,
Control, Communication and Intelligence System (CCCIS) of the Nigerian
Ports Authority (NPA).
``It is pertinent,
therefore, to note that the development of this facility began with an
approval in 2013 with the aim of providing Business Intelligence for the
movement of vessels and cargoes as well as providing improved and
secured communications within our waterways for enhancement of
efficiency within the nation’s seaports.
``I wish
to reiterate that this is one of the positive responses to the dynamics
of port modernisation as well as device for stemming the safety,
security and operational challenges facing the port system and the
maritime industry.
``Let me state that the
seaports in Nigeria provide one of the major platforms for trade
facilitation with about 90 per cent of our imports and exports being
done through the seaports.’’
The Managing Director, Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Ms Hadiza Usman, said the authority would undertake detailed security assessment of port facilities.
``On
issues relating to maritime security, responsibility is placed on the
ports authority to undertake detailed security assessment of port
facilities and identify threats in order to checkmate them.
``Furthermore,
it would enable us to surmount security and safety challenges within
our operations with the capability of an interface with stakeholders
aiding us to track and record maritime security breaches.
``In addition, this technology enables the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) to ensure that all revenue leakages are blocked.
``In furtherance of the Federal Government’s efforts toward revitalising our economy.
``Let me reiterate that in the days ahead, the Nigerian Ports Authority will be playing pro-active roles in the digital space.
``Ensuring
that there is synergy and collaboration among relevant agencies like
the Nigerian Navy, the Nigeria Customs Service, NIMASA, and all other
security and intelligent agencies.
``For the
purpose of sharing information, documentation to enhance maritime
safety, security as well as blocking all revenue leagues,`` Usman said.
NPA’s Executive Director, Finance and Administration, Mr Mohammed Bello-Koko, said the system would block revenue leakages in port operations.
``Constant
upgrading cannot be over emphasised, especially at the time the Federal
Government is focusing on achieving robust economy in all sectors.
``The
launching of the Command, Control, Communication and Intelligence
Centre that we are about to witness today, ASPEAKS volume of our
preparedness and commitment to ensure best practices in our operations
while creating an enabling environment for effective synergy with
stakeholders in the sub-sector.
``This facility
which I consider a game changer will enhance efficiency; improve this
administration’s aggressive drive to block revenue leakages and impact
positively on security.
``What we are about to
launch today will provide online real time monitoring and recording of
port channels’ activities with emphasis on safety, security, operations
and of course revenue generation.
``It would also provide seamless communication between ports within the country, `` Bello-Koko said.
Bello-Koko
urged stakeholders to partner with NPA as the authority looked forward
to a robust synergy in order to utilise the system effectively.
Take nothing away from the minister of transportation, he is a very smart man. we dey hope say e go fit do better job for the role e dey play now sha.
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