Ani Bassey
Mr. Nelson Ovbude has assumed office as the new manager of the Calabar Port of the Nigerian Ports Authority.
Prior to his appointment, the new Calabar Port Manager was the pioneer Traffic Manager in charge of Dangote Jetty, Ibeju, Lekki in Lagos State.
Speaking at the Ports Complex during his inaugural meeting with staff, he charged the Stakeholders at the Port to look beyond the challenges facing the Port and think out ways of boosting operations and revenue earning potentials of the Port.
Ovbude said:” My appointment is all about service and all that I need from Stakeholders is your cooperation as I am willing to collaborate with you so that together we can take Calabar Port to the next level
“Calabar Port must work to the fullness of its potential, as there is no challenge that is insurmountable
“Once you have the will, there will surely be a way to get things done,” he said.
He said that Calabar Port had many potentials, adding that, it was only by thinking outside the box that those potentials could be brought to light.
He promised his colleagues and stakeholders that his doors were opened and enjoined all and sundry to always feel free to come and join hands with him to move the Port to the desired level.
“My door would always remain open to anyone of you with viable ideas or initiatives that will make the Port to thrive, ” Ovbude said.
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He took over from Mrs. Marie Asein and commended the effort of his predecessor.
He also assured that his administration would strive to consolidate and add value to the accomplishment already made.
Speaking, the former Port Manager, Asein described Ovbude as a well-known friend and colleague, who was quite grounded in port operations.
“I have no doubt in my mind that he has the capacity to consolidate on the gains we have made so far in Calabar Port and also take it to the next level, ” she said.
