NAGAFF President, Ezisi, to Become MARAN Patron at MAMAL 2026

The President of the National Association of Government Approved Freight Forwarders (NAGAFF), High Chief Tochukwu Ezisi, will be formally conferred as Patron of the Maritime Reporters’ Association of Nigeria (MARAN) at the upcoming Maritime Annual Lecture (MAMAL) 2026.

The investiture, scheduled for the Nigerian Air Force Event Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, recognizes Ezisi’s outstanding contributions to Nigeria’s maritime industry and his commitment to humanitarian causes.

A seasoned freight forwarder with decades of experience, High Chief Ezisi has earned respect within and beyond the maritime community for his professionalism and philanthropy. His elevation as Patron is expected to further strengthen collaboration between MARAN and key stakeholders across the freight forwarding and maritime sectors.

MARAN President, Mr. Oluyinka Onigbinde, noted that the honor reflects the association’s appreciation of individuals who have distinguished themselves through service and dedication to industry growth. He emphasized that MAMAL continues to provide a credible platform for critical dialogue, bringing together policymakers, regulators, industry leaders, academics, and journalists.

This year’s lecture is expected to attract top government officials, regulators, and major stakeholders, with Ezisi’s investiture standing out as one of the highlights and advancing sustainable development in Nigeria’s maritime industry.