The Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) has directed all shipping lines and their agencies to immediately suspend the implementation of recently approved tariffs.
The directive, issued by the council’s management and made
available to journalists in Lagos on Friday, follows ongoing consultations with
key stakeholders about the new charges.
According to the NSC, the engagements were aimed at
addressing concerns regarding the timing, structure and potential impact of the
tariffs on port users and logistics operations.
“In order to safeguard fair competition, transparency, and
sectoral stability, the Council considers it necessary to halt further
implementation.
“We want to ensure that all operators and stakeholders are
aligned before any new tariff structure is enforced,” the statement read.
The council directed that all affected operators revert to,
and strictly apply, the previous tariff regime.
“Any deviation from the previous tariff structure will be
treated as a breach of compliance and will attract sanctions under the law,”
the NSC warned.
A spokesperson for the council emphasized, “Our priority is
to protect cargo interests and maintain an efficient and equitable maritime
transport system for all stakeholders.”
The NSC also pledged to communicate a definitive position
once the consultations and internal reviews are completed. Operators have been
urged to ensure strict and immediate compliance.
The suspension will remain in effect until the conclusion of
the consultations and a comprehensive regulatory review.
NAN
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