Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council, Barr Pius Akutah and officials Kebbi State Government have visited the site of the Tsamiya Inland Dry Port and unanimously stated that the project holds potentials for greater economic benefits
Akutah who was represented a Deputy Director, Public Private Partnership in the NSC Paul Garnvwa, stated that the project holds immence economic benefits to both Kebbi State and Nigeria as a whole, adding that the Council is fully committed to the project.
Akutah said Kebbi State is undertaking a transformative project by establishing an inland dry port in Tsamiya which is a strategic move expected to stimulate economic growth and generate employment opportunities.
The ES reiterated the council’s commitment to stimulating maritime economic activities in the hinterland while stating that the council has been supportive to other functional dry ports in Kaduna, Kano and Katsina.
He also expressed satisfaction that the Kebbi State government has done compensation to the land owners paving way for the commencement of construction works at the site of the dry port
The dry port project is on 1,004 hectares of land, out of which 50 hectares are designated for office facilities.
According to the Kebbi State government, all necessary compliance and operational standards for the port have been fulfilled, with full compensation made for the land acquired.
The project is already ongoing with the establishment of an office designated for revenue collection and other administrative functions in the border post between Nigeria and Benin republic.
Isa Saleh from Benin Republic highlighted the potential for increased trade opportunities and regional economic development.
The Chairman Kajest Service field Suleiman Muhammad, commended President Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Idris for their support, which includes prompt compensation for landowners.
Permanent secretary ministry for land and housing, Abubakar Ahmed pointed out that The new Tsamiya dry Inland port in Kebbi State, will reduce the congestion experienced at major ports in Lagos, and also facilitate smoother import-export processes leveraging on its proximity to the Cotonou Sea Port.
