The Maritime Correspondents’ Organisation of Nigeria (MARCON) has recognised the outstanding contributions of several maritime industry stakeholders, including the President of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, and Lekki Freeport Terminal, with Awards of Excellence.
The awards, which will be presented at the 2025 Nigeria Maritime Journalists Retreat, acknowledge the recipients’ significant impact on the development of maritime business in Nigeria.
The retreat, themed “Maximising Emerging Technologies for Sustainable Import and Export Trade,” will bring together key stakeholders and participants from Nigeria’s maritime and trade ecosystem.
Dangote Group is being honored for its groundbreaking efforts to strengthen maritime business through various port-related activities, including the Dangote Refinery and Blue Star Shipping.
The group’s contributions have lasted over two decades, demonstrating its commitment to the Nigerian maritime industry.
Lekki Freeport Terminal is being recognised for its efficiency, speed, and user satisfaction as the most automated container terminal in Nigeria.
The terminal’s additional support for barge operation and easing logistics around the port ecosystem has also been commended.
The Lekki Deep Seaport has brought Nigeria closer to achieving its long-term maritime dream of becoming a hub for shipping in West and Central Africa.
The port has positioned Nigeria as a new and formidable player in the global transshipment landscape, promoting trade within and beyond the country’s shores.
Other recipients of the MARCON Award for Excellence include the Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority, Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho; the President General of the Maritime Workers’ Union of Nigeria, Comrade Francis Bunu Abi; and several other notable individuals and organisations in the maritime industry.
The awards ceremony highlights the growing importance of Nigeria’s maritime industry and the need for continued investment and innovation in the sector.
The recipients’ contributions have not only deepened Nigeria’s participation in the blue economy but also created jobs and grown businesses, making the country an attractive investment destination.
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