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February 3, 2025
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    CILT Nigeria President Calls for Professionalisation of Logistics Sector at City Business News 10th Anniversary LectureLagos, June 25, 2026The President and Chairman of Council of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) Nigeria, Dr. Boboye Oyeyemi, OFR, mni, NPOM, FCILT, FCIPM, FNIM, has called for urgent reforms to transform Nigeria's logistics ecosystem into a globally competitive economic asset, describing logistics as the "engine room" of Nigeria's economy.Delivering the keynote address at the City Business News 10th Anniversary Lecture held at Rockview Hotel, Apapa, Lagos, Dr. Oyeyemi presented a comprehensive analysis of the logistics sector under the theme "Logistics as the Engine Room of Nigeria's Economy."According to him, Nigeria's logistics and freight industry has grown into an estimated $11.66 billion market, contributing over ₦1 trillion annually to the nation's GDP and serving as the critical link connecting agriculture, manufacturing, trade, and consumer markets.Logistics at the Heart of Economic GrowthDr. Oyeyemi emphasized that logistics should no longer be viewed merely as a support service but as the foundation upon which economic productivity and national competitiveness depend."Logistics is not a peripheral service industry; it is the vascular system of the Nigerian economy," he stated.He noted that disruptions in supply chain efficiency directly impact food prices, business costs, industrial productivity, and national economic growth.Food Inflation is a Logistics ChallengeA major highlight of the presentation was the linkage between logistics inefficiencies and Nigeria's food security challenges.The CILT President disclosed that Nigeria loses between 30 and 40 million metric tonnes of agricultural produce annually due to poor transportation networks, inadequate cold-chain infrastructure, and post-harvest logistics failures.He estimated the annual economic loss from food spoilage in transit at between $2.3 billion and $3.3 billion, stressing that food inflation cannot be addressed without fixing supply chain bottlenecks."Food inflation in Nigeria is fundamentally a logistics crisis, not merely a production crisis," he observed.Rising Costs Continue to Pressure OperatorsDr. Oyeyemi identified escalating diesel prices, multiple taxation, checkpoint extortion, and poor infrastructure as major constraints affecting logistics operators.Among the statistics presented were:- A 43.67% year-on-year increase in diesel prices;- Fuel accounting for as much as 60–65% of haulage operating costs;- Informal levies and extortion adding between ₦150,000 and ₦250,000 to long-haul trips;- Over 90% of Nigeria's freight movement still dependent on road transport.He warned that these challenges continue to increase the cost of goods and reduce the competitiveness of Nigerian businesses.Innovation Driving Sector TransformationDespite the challenges, the keynote highlighted encouraging developments across the logistics ecosystem.Dr. Oyeyemi pointed to:- The growing adoption of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), with over 100,000 vehicle conversions nationwide;- The emergence of digital freight-matching and AI-powered logistics platforms;- Increased utilization of inland waterways and maritime barges to decongest major transport corridors.He noted that these innovations are helping operators reduce costs, improve efficiency, and create more resilient supply chains.Professionalisation Remains CriticalA central theme of the lecture was the need to professionalise Nigeria's logistics sector.Dr. Oyeyemi advocated stronger implementation of the National Land Transport Policy (NLTP), mandatory professional certification for logistics practitioners, enhanced capacity building through CILT and the Nigerian Institute of Transport Technology (NITT), and improved regulatory coordination across the industry.He stressed that sustainable sector growth requires competent professionals, clear standards, and effective governance structures."An engine room cannot function without a clear blueprint and trained professionals. True sustainability requires public-private co-creation," he said.Key RecommendationsThe CILT Nigeria President proposed several strategic measures to strengthen the sector:1. Harmonisation of interstate transport levies and elimination of illegal checkpoints.2. Greater integration of road, rail, ports, and inland waterways to create seamless multimodal logistics corridors.3. Targeted financing support for fleet operators transitioning to CNG-powered vehicles.4. Stronger enforcement of professional standards and industry certification.5. Accelerated implementation of digital trade facilitation initiatives, including the National Single Window project.Key Insights for CILT MembersThe lecture reinforced several important lessons for logistics professionals:- Logistics has become a strategic national economic sector rather than a support function.- Supply chain efficiency is essential for food security and inflation management.- Professional competence and certification will play an increasingly important role in industry competitiveness.- Technology, digitalisation, and alternative energy solutions are reshaping logistics operations.- Public-private collaboration remains critical to achieving sustainable transport and logistics reforms.In concluding his presentation, Dr. Oyeyemi challenged stakeholders to move beyond managing existing inefficiencies and instead focus on building a future-ready logistics ecosystem capable of supporting Nigeria's economic aspirations under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)." Nigeria does not have a production problem; it has a velocity problem. We have the market, the technology, and the geographical advantage. Let us stop managing the chaos and start regulating the future." ... See MoreSee Less

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