Blue Economy minister, Customs CG, AfCFTA boss billed for MARAN lecture on AfCFTA

by Samson Echenim

The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, and Secretary of African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Nigeria, Segun Awolowo are billed to attend the 2024 edition of the Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN) Annual Maritime Lecture (MAMAL)  holding in Lagos in November.

The event which is slated for November 21, 2024, at the prestigious Providence Hotel, Ikeja GRA, Lagos, is themed: “AfCFTA: Dismantling Trade Barriers, Navigating Regional Trade.”

This year’s lecture is poised to tackle the pressing issues surrounding the AfCFTA, offering insights on how to overcome trade barriers and leverage regional integration for economic growth.

The gathering will feature high-level discussions from industry leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders in the maritime and trade sectors, providing a platform for meaningful dialogue on the challenges and opportunities within the region.

Speaking on the event, President of MARAN, Godfrey Bivbere said: “The theme for this year’s lecture is timely, especially as Nigeria and other African nations work towards maximizing the potential of AfCFTA.

“We believe this event will provide stakeholders with valuable insights into overcoming trade barriers and capitalizing on the benefits of regional integration.”

The MAMAL 2024 is expected to draw participation from across the maritime, trade, and logistics sectors, offering opportunities for networking, collaboration, and strategic discussions aimed at enhancing Nigeria’s position in the regional market.

“As an association committed to advancing the maritime industry, we believe that the MAMAL lecture series plays a critical role in shaping discourse on policy and trade-related matters.

“Our goal is to facilitate dialogue that will contribute to creating a more integrated and competitive regional market through the AfCFTA framework,” Bivbere added.

The event promises to provide participants with valuable insights on navigating the complexities of regional trade, strategies for overcoming challenges, and opportunities for investment and collaboration.

Participants will also gain an understanding of how to position their businesses for success in the evolving trade landscape within the continent.

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