The Wave Maritime News has described the Managing Director, Jonarainbow Nigeria limited and Coordinator, Ikorodu chapter of Africa Association of Professional Freight Forwarders & Logistics (APFFION), Olawale Gbadegesin, as a pride in maritime industry of Nigeria.

The news outfit said it’s proud to have Gbadegesin in the industry for his selfless service, roles in the development and growth of the sector.

Gbadegesin was honored by the Wave Maritime News for the exemplary leadership he exhibited during the years and for his numerous contributions towards the growth and development of the maritime industry in Nigeria.

Responding to the award, Gbadegesin said he was happy being honored by the Wave maritime News.

“I did not know this organization was following my activities in the industry for a while but I return all the glory to the Almighty God.

“This award will ensure I do my possible best and also help our association to do more and move the industry forward’’.

He noted that although the Apapa gridlock has reduced, he pleaded with the federal government to spring up another command in Ikorodu to further reduce the gridlocks and bring relief to the suffering of movement at the Apapa.

“It will also create jobs for the youth of Ikorodu if Ibeshe becomes a command’’.

He said that the issue of logistics in the maritime industry should be considered because it affects stakeholders and also a regulatory policy put in place to manage the affairs of the industry.

He pointed out that the issue of theft in the industry which most stakeholders complained about previously was rumored but assured that if there is anything related to that, the present comptroller will make sure the security problems are tackled.

Another member of the association, Niyi Owoeye, also a recipient of the Wave Maritime News said he has been in the industry for 26years but now the difference is clear.

‘I was in another association before, but I left the group and what I have gained within six months of joining this association is much.

“In this association, if there is any problem that occurs between stakeholders and customs, they will immediately make sure it is settled’’.

Owoeye expressed satisfaction with the relief of gridlocks in Apapa area by the state and federal government.

“I will advise stakeholders and road users to always maintain the rules of the road.