The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) is set to host the chief executives under the umbrella of the Port Management Association of West and Central Africa (PMAWCA) in Lagos between May 18th to 20th, 2026.
The thematic focus of the meeting will be on building “Ports of the Future: Combining Logistical Resilience with Inclusive Community Development”.
According to the Managing Director of NPA, Dr Abubakar Dantsoho, who is also the first Nigerian President of the regional body, the meeting would afford all the chief executives of the regional ports and all the stakeholders the platform to re-emphasise the crucial role that the ports play in shaping the future of humanity.
He said: “The meeting affords us all as the Chief Executives and Stakeholders the platform to reiterate the pivotal role that ports play in shaping the future of humanity.
“With ports being the gateways of prosperity that link nations to international communities and demonstrated leadership of ports in contributing to the sustainable development goals.
”It is evident that the sustainability of the world rests heavily on the sustainability of ports, especially Ports of the West and Central African region.”
Dantsoho assured the participants of an enabling atmosphere for the exchange of ideas necessary for actualising. “Our shared aspirations to the benefits of our respective nations and ultimately, for the advancement of humanity.
The conference focuses on enhancing regional maritime cooperation, specifically targeting “Ports of the Future” by combining infrastructure resilience with community development.
This meeting serves as a key gathering of maritime leaders to discuss port security, infrastructure development, and enhancing regional trade connectivity.
This follows Nigeria’s successful hosting of the 43rd Annual Council and Managing Director’s Roundtable in November 2023.”
Dantsoho added that the meeting highlights the NPA’s commitment to creating a sustainable, efficient maritime environment and leading regional ports.
The sessions will include a review of individual midterm PMAWCA committees.
