The P&H Nova Group, a prominent player in Nigeria’s maritime sector, has advocated for regular training programs for stevedores and significant upgrades to handling equipment at Nigerian ports.
The Group also stressed the importance of regular training, equipment maintenance, and safety compliance as key factors in enhancing the efficiency and competitiveness of Nigerian ports.
This call to action was made during a media interaction with Prince Hillary Anekwe, Chairman of P&H Nova Development and Procurement Limited at the end of a staff training program on Monday, titled “Effective Maritime Personnel Operations Workshop,” held at the company’s office in Victoria Island, Lagos.
Our Correspondent reports that P&H Nova Development Procurement Limited is a company that offers construction, marine, overhaul and personal protective equipment to distinguished clients in the field of maritime.
The training seminar, facilitated by the Ports and Terminal Management Academy of Nigeria (POTMAN), featured several industry experts, including Dr. Babatunde Samuel, the Rector of POTMAN; Dr. Sampson Chima, Registrar of the Nigerian Institute of Shipping (NIS); Mr. Enenche Adagayi Abraham, a transport and logistics expert; and Mr. Olayanju Damilare, a lecturer at POTMAN.
The Chairman of the Group, Prince Hillary Anekwe explained the necessity of regular training for port operators. He emphasized that many employees often lack a comprehensive understanding of their company’s operations.