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By Fatima Saka
The Maritime Reporters’ Association of Nigeria is set to host its Annual Maritime Lecture (MAMAL) 2024 to tackles pressing issues revolving around African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), offering insights on how to overcome trade barriers and leverage regional integration for Nigeria economic growth.
The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Mr Adegboyega Oyetola, will be a distinguished guest at the Maritime Reporters’ Association of Nigeria (MARAN) Annual Maritime Lecture (MAMAL) 2024.
Others among the guest are the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, and Dr Segun Awolowo, the Secretary of AfCFTA Nigeria,
Mr Godfrey Bivbere, President of MARAN, said this in a statement on Monday in Lagos.
According to Bivbere, the event is set to take place on Nov. 21, at the Providence Hotel, Ikeja GRA, Lagos, and will address the theme, “AfCFTA: Dismantling Trade Barriers, Navigating Regional Trade.”
“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,” he said.
Bivbere said that the theme for this year’s lecture was 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,” he said.
He pointed out that MARAN as an association was committed to advancing the maritime industry, and 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.
