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Onwuka Declares Interest in ANLCA Area 1 Chairmanship Seat
By Bon Peters
As the Association of Nigerian Licensed Customs Agents (ANLCA) 2024 elections hot up, a chieftain of the group and incumbent Vice Chairman of ANLCA Area1, Port Harcourt Port chapter, Mazi Emmanuel Ebere Onwuka, has declared his intention to be the one in charge of the region.
Speaking with journalists on Wednesday, the licensed customs agent said he is qualified to lead the association in Area I because of his knowledge of happenings in the industry and the body, having served in various capacities, including as an acting financial secretary, secretary and vice chairman.
He also said he had been involved in many committees, especially the reconciliation committee at various times where he participated actively in meaningful discussions with customs, police and other government agencies concerning the members’ welfare and their businesses.
On how he would attract more vessels calling at Port Harcourt Port, Mr Onwuka admitted that the issue of vessels calling at the port has been a serious challenge, but assured that with his expertise, there should be an improvement.
Speaking further, he said at a time a shipping line, Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), was almost pulling out of Area 1, but with collaboration and robust synergy with major stakeholders in the industry, they were able to convince MSC to stay.
“Yes, at a time, MSC Shipping Line was almost pulling out from this Port, but with our intervention, we were able to still keep it operational here.
“We even went to Nnewi with Ibeto and that trip is gradually yielding results,” Mr Onwuka stated with enthusiasm.
“We have equally approached Pacific International Lines, (PIL) Shipping Company and in no distant time, PIL will start bringing their vessels to Port Harcourt Port,” he added.
“Once elected, with the approval of our national president, we will engage other shipping companies to call Area. Our discussion with PIL will soon yield results,” he assured.
In the area of experience, he disclosed that all his life while growing up in the business as a customs broker, he has been at this port.
Demonstrating, he said, “See, my license is about 30 years old and most of these people you are seeing here passed through my tutelage. In short, my office is like a school to most of them.
“I have helped in training some people who want to learn the profession and for you to do well; you must be able to know your classification, documentation, examination, delivery among others,” Mr Onwuka boasted.
He said his administration would revive the moribund ANLCA insurance policy, engage in training and re-training of members, ensure their welfare and more importantly maintain a healthy working relationship with the Nigeria Customs Service.
“I am a due process man and my office is here at this Port. If I were a dubious man, the government agencies would have kicked me out, but I am a compliant man and I follow due process,” the chief executive of Onwuka Freight Forwarders Nigeria Limited said.
By Aduragbemi Omiyale
Mr Robert Dalziel has been picked to be the new Managing Director of Interocean Marine Services, as part of the strategies of the company to drive its growth in the Middle East and Asia Pacific (APAC) region.
A statement disclosed that Mr Dalziel was chosen for the task because of his in-depth understanding of Interocean’s operations and strategic objectives.
It was stated that his leadership would ensure a seamless transition into this new role, reinforcing the company’s commitment to delivering an integrated technology-led, asset support service.
He joined the organisation in December 2024. He had been the chief executive of Rigmar Group, which recently merged with Interocean, a specialist provider of marine services to the global energy industry.
He comes with nearly 30 years of engineering and business development expertise within the energy sector.
His extensive technical knowledge, coupled with a proven track record in commercial strategy, will be pivotal in driving Interocean’s ambitious growth plans across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and Asia Pacific (APAC) regions.
“We are thrilled to welcome Robert to the team. His exceptional leadership and proven success in driving business growth will be invaluable as we enhance our market presence, and continue to deliver exceptional service to our clients across the region,” the chief operating officer of Interocean, Mr Alex Clark, commented.
The appointee, while speaking, said, “I am absolutely delighted to be rejoining Interocean during this exciting period of growth.
“After nearly 10 years, it was a fantastic opportunity to be involved in the next evolution of the business. The company’s commitment to innovation and its client-centric approach is inspiring.
“I look forward to working with the talented team to drive continued growth and strengthen our position internationally.”
In line with its international expansion, Interocean is growing its MENA & APAC business, with plans to increase its regional presence in five new regions.
This investment demonstrates the company’s dedication to supporting both current and future projects while strengthening its regional capabilities.
Looking ahead to 2025, the company will continue to deliver a comprehensive range of project solutions that encompasses everything from planning, design, and installation to operational maintenance and decommissioning.
By Adedapo Adesanya
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Mrs Aisha Garba, an international development specialist, as the Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC).
She is a Senior Education Specialist with the World Bank and is expected to bring more than 24 years of experience driving impactful programmes in education for human and economic development, working in Nigeria, Ghana, Somalia, Kenya, the USA, and the United Kingdom.
With over 15 years of hands-on experience at the World Bank, Mrs Garba has consistently led end-to-end design and management of education programmes and reforms, from conceptualisation to completion and impact assessment.
Apart from being actively interested in and involved in human development issues, the development specialist will share her rich network with governments, development partners, and communities, as well as the skills she acquired working in fragile, conflict, and violent settings to deliver sustainable solutions in basic education in Nigeria.
Business Post reports that Nigeria has one of the largest out-of-school children in the world.
Mrs Garba had previously worked on the team that met the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) targets in Nigeria and consulted for the World Bank, Department for International Development, BOND-UK, Regent Foundation, and Muslim Aid Organization.
She is an alumna of Petra American University in Jordan, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts combined degree in English and Computer Studies in 2000.
She later got a Master’s in International Development at the University of Birmingham in the UK in 2007.
According to President Tinubu, she is tasked to drive the renewed hope and vision of providing and supporting quality education and ensuring that Nigerian children become globally competitive.
By Adedapo Adesanya
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Mr Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi as the Acting Accountant General of the Federation (AGF).
This was contained in a statement on Tuesday by presidential spokesman, Mr Bayo Onanuga.
“His appointment is effective immediately following the pre-retirement leave of the incumbent AGF, Mrs Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein,” a part of the statement read.
“In announcing Madein’s successor, President Tinubu ensures a seamless transition in the administration of Nigeria’s treasury and consolidates the implementation of the present administration’s treasury policy reforms,” the statement added.
Mr Onanuga said Mr Ogunjimi brings over 30 years of extensive experience in financial management across the public and private sectors.
He described the appointee as a career civil servant and the most senior director in the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF),
“He has held significant positions, including Director of Funds at the OAGF and Director of Finance and Accounts at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
“A chartered accountant, certified fraud examiner, chartered stockbroker, and chartered security and investment specialist, Mr Ogunjimi’s academic qualifications include a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Accountancy and a Master’s in Finance and Accounting,” the statement added.
According to Mr Onanuga, President Tinubu expressed his confidence in his appointment, saying, “The Office of the Accountant General of the Federation is pivotal to our nation’s treasury management operations. Mr Ogunjimi’s wealth of experience and notable competence will ensure the continued effectiveness of this vital institution as we advance our economic reform agenda.”
President Tinubu also commended the outgoing Accountant General of the Federation, Mrs Madein, for her dedication and selfless service to the nation.
After reaching the civil service’s statutory retirement age, Mrs Madein is retiring effective March 7, 2025.
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