The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has expressed strong support for gender inclusion and talent collaboration in the maritime industry, especially across West and Central Africa.
This commitment was made by the NPA Managing Director, Mohammed Bello-Koko, while receiving members of the Authority’s delegation who participated in the recently held meeting of the Network for Professional Women in Maritime and Port Sectors of West and Central Africa (NPWMP-WCA) in Guinea-Bissau.
Bello-Koko, who currently serves as the President of the Port Management Association of West and Central Africa (PMAWCA), said boosting collaboration and empowering women professionals is key to driving growth and competitiveness in the region’s port sector.
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He pledged continued support for initiatives that promote skills development and inclusive participation in the maritime and logistics value chain.
The NPWMP-WCA meeting focused on strengthening the role of women in the industry and building cross-border partnerships that can enhance performance in port operations.
