NAGAFF President charges freight forwarders on professionalism and compliance
In 2026, freight forwarders have been advised to uphold professionalism, comply with regulations, and pursue practices that promote revenue growth, benefiting individual businesses and the port industry as a whole.
The President of National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders (NAGAFF), High Chief Tochukwu Ezisi, gave this advice in his new year message to NAGAFF members and other stakeholders in the port industry in Lagos on Thursday, January 8, 2026.
The NAGAFF President, who admitted that the year 2025 brought challenges, expressed optimism that 2026 offers a fresh chance to strengthen our profession, expand our influence, and raise freight forwarding standards across the country.
According to him, “As we begin a new year filled with opportunities, I send my warmest greetings and sincere wishes to all members of our esteemed association. The past year brought challenges but also highlighted our resilience, unity, and steadfast dedication to NAGAFF’s principles.
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“This year offers a fresh chance to strengthen our profession, expand our influence, and raise freight forwarding standards across the country. I urge everyone to uphold professionalism, fully comply with regulations, and pursue practices that promote revenue growth—benefiting our individual businesses and the industry as a whole.
“Remember, professionalism is more than just a necessity; it’s the foundation for trust, reputation, and long‑term success. Compliance is our shared duty, ensuring our operations are honest, transparent, and law-abiding. As we strive to increase revenue, let’s do so with innovation, discipline, and a united goal of a more prosperous freight forwarding sector.
“I believe this year will bring greater opportunities, divine favour, and blessings to all. May your efforts be fruitful, and may NAGAFF continue shining as a leader in the maritime and logistics industries.
“Together, we can achieve more. Together, we will grow higher. Together, we will build a future aligned with our collective hopes.”
