NAGAFF Declares War on Corruption in Freight forwarding in Nigeria
NAGAFF Declares War on Corruption in Freight Forwarding Industry
By Babatunde Aremu
The National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders (NAGAFF) is taking a bold stance against corruption in the industry.
A statement issued and signed on Wednesday by Chairman,Trade War Committee, NAGAFF headquarters said the association has renamed its committee to the “Trade War Committee”, signaling its determination to tackle corruption head-on.
According to Dr. Increase Uche, Chairman of the Trade War Committee, NAGAF is working closely with government agencies like EFCC and NPF to stem the tide of corruption and sabotage at the ports
Meanwhile,The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has issued a stern warning to freight forwarders and importers/exporters against making false declarations of goods, citing severe penalties under the NCS Act 2023. This warning underscores NAGAF’s efforts to promote compliance and transparency in the industry. The NCS emphasizes that offenders will face severe penalties, including seizure of goods and prosecution.
NAGAF’s initiative is aimed at supporting the current administration’s “renewed hope” agenda. The association urges all members to be vigilant and report any suspicious activities, emphasizing that nobody is above the law, including government agents and the public. With the introduction of a new single window application system, NAGAFF is optimistic that corruption will reduce significantly.
