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Group Tasks NPA On Call-Up Stystem Integrity
The Council for Maritime Transport Unions and Association (COMTUA) has called on the leadership of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) to carry out a verification exercise on truck parks and garages with a view to testing the integrity of the electronic call-up system.
In a letter to the Managing Director of NPA, President of COMTUA, Yinka Aroyewun, said the group was ready to collaborate with NPA to carry out the exercise, adding that the effective functioning of the call-up regime is crucial to ensure efficient port operations, minimise congestion, and maintain orderliness within the port areas.
The letter stated in part: “We are writing on behalf of our members to request a joint inspection of the approved parks and garages currently in use for the call-up regime. The purpose of this inspection is to verify our claim of non-compliance by the garages and parks in adhering to the agreed-upon regulatins.
“Our union has been closely monitoring the activities of the garages and parks that have been approved by NPA for the call-up regime.
“However, we have observed several instances of non-compliance with the prescribed guidelines and regulations.
“To address this issue effectively and restore the integrity of the call-up regime, we believe that a joint inspection involving representatives from our union and NPA would be beneficial.
“We kindly request NPA’s cooperation in arranging this joint inspection at the earliest convenience. We propose that the inspection be conducted within the next one week, allowing ample time for coordinating schedules and ensuring the presence of relevant stakeholders.
“We assure you that our intentions are solely focused on improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the call-up regime.
“The joint inspection will provide an opportunity for open dialogue, collaboration, and the identification of practical solutions to address the non-compliance issues faced by the garages and parks”.
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Kenyan Runners Dominate Berlin Marathons
Kenya made it a clean sweep at the Berlin Marathon with Sabastian Sawe winning the men’s race and Rosemary Wanjiru triumphing in the women’s.
Sawe finished in two hours, two minutes and 16 seconds to make it three wins in his first three marathons.
The 30-year-old, who was victorious at this year’s London Marathon, set a sizzling pace as he left the field behind and ran much of the race surrounded only by his pacesetters.
Japan’s Akasaki Akira came second after a powerful latter half of the race, finishing almost four minutes behind Sawe, while Ethiopia’s Chimdessa Debele followed in third.
“I did my best and I am happy for this performance,” said Sawe.
“I am so happy for this year. I felt well but you cannot change the weather. Next year will be better.”
Sawe had Kelvin Kiptum’s 2023 world record of 2:00:35 in his sights when he reached halfway in 1:00:12, but faded towards the end.
In the women’s race, Wanjiru sped away from the lead pack after 25 kilometers before finishing in 2:21:05.
Ethiopia’s Dera Dida followed three seconds behind Wanjiru, with Azmera Gebru, also of Ethiopia, coming third in 2:21:29.
Wanjiru’s time was 12 minutes slower than compatriot Ruth Chepng’etich’s world record of 2:09:56, which she set in Chicago in 2024.
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