By Peace Udugba
The newly renovated office complex delivered by Ports & Cargo Handling Services Limited at the Nigeria Customs Service PTML Command has been described as a timely and impactful project aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and improving the working environment for officers.
Speaking during the event, the Customs Area Controller of the PTML Command, Comptroller Joe Anani, commended PTML for completing the long-awaited project, noting that a conducive workplace remains essential to the effectiveness, morale and overall performance of officers.
According to him, the newly renovated smart office complex would significantly improve administrative efficiency and operational coordination within the command.
“This is truly a dream come true for us. I was informed that this project had been in the pipeline for quite some time, so witnessing its successful completion during my tenure gives me immense satisfaction and joy. PTML has demonstrated genuine commitment, responsibility and partnership through this laudable gesture,” Anani said.
He further stated that a modern workplace has a direct impact on the efficiency and motivation of officers, stressing that the facility would improve operational capacity, create a better working atmosphere and support the command’s mandate of facilitating legitimate trade while ensuring compliance with government regulations.
Stakeholders at the event also noted that the provision of the smart office complex would contribute positively to faster cargo clearance procedures, improved administrative processes and stronger synergy between terminal operators and regulatory agencies, all of which are critical to achieving greater efficiency at the port.
They described PTML as a leading roll-on-roll-off terminal widely recognised for handling vehicle and container imports, as well as providing integrated logistics and terminal services.
The stakeholders further observed that PTML has continued to play a strategic role in supporting trade through significant investments in infrastructure and technology-driven cargo handling processes aimed at improving productivity and reducing cargo dwell time.
