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AFARN Calls for Expansion of MMIA Apron

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Kingsley Nwokoma,  president of Association of Foreign Airlines and their Representatives in Nigeria‎ (AFARN), has called for the expansion of the cargo apron at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport Ikeja.

According to Nwokoma  who spoke at this year’s safety summit of the Association of Foreign Airlines and their Representatives in Nigeria said the expansion of the apron will generate more revenue for the government especially at this time of dwindling oil prices.

He noted that one of the positives of the year was the construction of the ultra modern SAHCOL warehouse stressing that it has added value to the industry and also entrenched healthy competition.

Nwokoma declared “With safety in our hands, we must prioritise it, practice it and promote it”

He noted that with the challenges in the aviation industry that the sector was still on the path of recovery which can only recover fully when stakeholders in the sector make safety related issues to be on the front burner.

Nwokoma commended the minister Osita Chidoka for setting up committee to look into aeronautical and non aeronautical charges which AFARN has made representatives.

Dr. Alex Okoh,‎director, Port Health Services, Lagos, in her speech appealed to air travellers to always cooperate with health officials at international airports in the screening process against diseases, including the  Ebola Virus .

The Director, Port Health Services, Lagos, Dr. Alex Okoh made the appeal at this year’s safety summit of the Association of Foreign Airlines and their Representatives in Nigeria.

Dr. Okoh noted that with the high volume of passengers this season, caution must be taken to avoid another out break of any dreaded disease in the country

She explained that safety in the industry was also in focus at the event with the theme: Aviation Safety Management in Nigeria: Evolution or Revolution?

According to Dr. Okoh, though nigeria has been certified Ebola free by the World Health Organization, WHO, there may still be the risk of any outbreak due to the large movement of people through the various port of entries.

The health director cautioned that complacency was dangerous, adding that awareness and sensitization drive had to be intensified due to the attitude of passengers at screening points.

Dr. Okoh noted that to stop Ebola through the nation’s airports, passengers and airlines must subject themselves to screening and support the measures put in place in containing the spread to make the job of the port health officials seamless.

She said on a daily basis 6 to 10 thousands passengers were screened and that efforts were being made to install walk through  body scanners at the airports.

The health personnel also called for  continued implementation of public health measures and screening activities at all points, assuring air travellers of constant monitoring of in bound and out bound passengers.

Captain Henry Omeogu, ‎director, Airport Operations, Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), harped on the need for other agencies to join hands  in protecting the lives and safety of traveller

On the issue of safety, various speakers in their presentations emphassised the need for effective implementation of the safety management system as required by ICAO.

They commended  government for the remodeling of airports and continuous investments in the industry to make it  safe, attractive and comfortable to passengers

The theme of this years conference is, Aviation Safety Management in Nigeria: Evolution or Revolution?


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Firm Partners Access Bank to Train Youths in Digital Skills

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NerdzFactory Foundation in collaboration with the Access Bank, has trained over 518 youths in digital skills. The two weeks virtual training, Youth Transition Program (YTP) 5.0, was meant to equip the youths for employment and digital skills and prepare them to excel in the competitive job market and unlock new economic opportunities.

Director of NerdzFactory Foundation, Ade Olowojoba, said the significance of the programme reflects the foundation’s mission to empower a new generation of leaders with the skills needed to thrive in an increasingly dynamic and digital global economy.

“Through initiatives like this, we are fostering innovation, resilience, and economic independence among young Nigerians,” he stated.

He disclosed that the programme succeeded in reaching its objectives.  According to him, participants reported increased readiness for the workforce, improved digital skills, and enhanced entrepreneurial capabilities, which have positioned them to secure quality employment and launch their ventures. The programme has demonstrated the transformative impact of focused skill-building initiatives.

“NerdzFactory Foundation and Access Bank reaffirm their commitment to expand the reach of the Youth Transition Programme to empower more young Nigerians with the tools they need to achieve lasting success and contribute to Nigeria’s sustainable economic development,” he said.

The director noted that the programme launched in response to Nigeria’s high unemployment rate, delivered comprehensive training to empower participants with practical job search skills, digital marketing expertise, and knowledge of leveraging digital platforms for economic growth.

During the programme, some of the sessions included webinars and a virtual bootcamp designed to help participants develop workplace skills such as CV writing, LinkedIn optimisation, and effective use of digital workspace tools.

“By fostering economic independence and resilience, YTP 5.0 aligns with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal 4, on quality education and Goal 8, on decent work and economic growth,” he stated.

 


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Afreximbank and Ecobank Join Forces to Boost Trade and Compliance Across Africa

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African Export-Import Bank and Ecobank Group have embarked on a collaboration aimed at simplifying trade and compliance for businesses in Africa by integrating Ecobank’s Single Market Trade Hub and Afreximbank’s MANSA Digital Repository Platform.

With the collaboration, African businesses will benefit from seamless shared services across the two platforms, with users of the Single Market Trade Hub able to easily leverage MANSA’s comprehensive database for efficient know-thy-customer (KYC) and customer due diligence (CDD) checks while MANSA platform users would, in turn, be able to directly connect to the Single Market Trade Hub to explore trade opportunities to expand their businesses across Africa.

The Ecobank Single Market Trade Hub connects registered businesses across Africa on a single platform, helping them benefit from opportunities in the unified market of 1.4 billion people created by the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA).

It serves as a one-stop repository for the AfCFTA by providing small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs) and corporates with insights about the agreement while its online match-making feature enables importers and exporters to upload their profiles and showcase goods and services they offer, or wish to source, with the aim of finding partners within Africa.

Once a match is found, connections are made via the platform and the transaction can be concluded leveraging on Ecobank’s trade and payment solutions in 35 African markets.

The MANSA Digital Repository Platform, or MANSA, is a one-stop-shop for due diligence matters on all African entities. As a centralised digital repository, MANSA seeks to eliminate information asymmetry and to increase intra-African trade and trade with the rest of the world.

It drives and promotes good governance culture among African SMEs and creates visibility for their businesses while also supporting African entities to expand, diversify and add value to their export products at both the local and international levels. Entities onboarded unto MANSA are allotted an Africa Entity Identifier (AEI) code which enables them to leverage other Afreximbank products and initiatives.

MANSA is also a key digital solution at the Africa Trade Gateway (ATG) marketplace which houses a suite of digital platforms designed as a single window to enable Afreximbank better deliver on its mandate, providing critical services to support and promote intra-African trade and the implementation of the AfCFTA. The platform enables African entities to accelerate their business activities at the ATG marketplace by working with verified information on trusted counterparties.

The new collaboration is, therefore, enabling Ecobank and Afreximbank to provide a central solution to the key challenge of KYC compliance and access to business across 35 countries in Africa. The improved interoperability is expected to further streamline cross-border trade and compliance in Africa, fostering greater financial and economic integration on the continent.

Afreximbank is a pan-African multilateral financial institution established to finance and promote intra- and extra-African trade.

Ecobank Group is a leading private pan-African banking group with unrivalled African expertise.


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Leadway Assurance Pledges Transformative Role to SMEs

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Leadway Assurance said it has chosen to go beyond risk underwriting to play the role of transformative partner for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the country.

The underwriting firm played this role by empowering SMEs with practical strategies on how to navigate risks inherent in Yuletide season.

Leadway recently organized a webinar session for SMEs titled, “Driving Increased Sales During the Festive Season.”

Speaking on the reason for the session, the underwriting firm said it realized that as momentum into the 2024 festive season continued, businesses, especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs), face paradoxical realities of increased sales opportunities and consequent cocktails of business risks.

It said recognising the fact that with consumer spending and holiday making increasing businesses for SMEs, there were the possibilities of risk from these spikes in commercial activities such as – theft, accidents, burglaries, fire outbreaks, frauds, and system failures.

Against this backdrop Leadway said it has reaffirmed its position as a transformative partner to SMEs by empowering businesses with practical strategies for navigating the complexities of the season.

“This aligns with the brand’s mission to deliver robust risk management and business solutions to bolster economic growth, Head of the Retail Division at Leadway, Umashime Oguzor-Doghro said.

As connected to insurance, Oguzor-Doghro said: “Insurance was often seen as a reactive tool, but at Leadway, we position it as a strategic asset. With our competitive risk management solutions—spanning property, transit, and employee coverage, we enable businesses to operate with confidence, knowing they are protected from the unforeseen.

What sets us apart is our free advisory service, which ensures businesses are fully equipped before they even take up our insurance products.” he added.

In addition to risk management, Oguzor- Doghro said the webinar championed collaboration as a catalyst for success, adding that Leadway’s partnerships with event managers and SME stakeholders aim to ensure seamless operations during the festive season, reinforcing the company’s role as more than just an insurer but a reliable business ally.


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