From: Ahmad Muhammadu, Bauchi
The Bauchi State Commissioner for Commerce and Industries, Mr. Mohammed Salis, Gamawa has explained that the state has already achieved 70 percent progress in the establishment of its Inland Dry Port.
Gamawa said this in Bauchi during a meeting with stakeholders from the North East on regional integration for shipping activities organised by Nigerian Shippers Council.
“This milestone reflects the commitment of the state Governor, Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, to transform Bauchi into a major trade and logistics hub through strategic infrastructure development. “
He said the Inland Dry Port will enhance regional trade, reduce port congestion, lower logistics costs, and stimulate industrial activity across the North-East.
“We commend the Nigerian Shippers’ Council for its strong partnership and
called for greater regional integration and urged other states to align with federal efforts for holistic development.”
The Executive Secretary and CEO of the Council, Dr. Pius Ukeyima Akutah, explained that implementation of the proposed inland dry ports in the North East would attract import and export from neighbouring African countries around the region which would further boost the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
