The Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN) has congratulated Kayode Opeifa on his recent appointment as the Managing Director of the Nigeria Railway Corporation (NRC).
In a letter dated January 22, 2025, MARAN President Godfrey Bivbere described Opeifa’s appointment as a fitting recognition of his outstanding contributions to the transportation sector.
The letter highlighted Opeifa’s impressive track record, noting his expertise and accomplishments, including his tenure as Commissioner of Transport, where he displayed remarkable leadership, strategic thinking, and a commitment to excellence.
MARAN expressed optimism that Opeifa’s experience and qualifications would drive significant progress at the NRC, enabling the corporation to build on its past achievements.
The association assured the new Managing Director of its full support, pledging to collaborate with him to enhance Nigeria’s railway system and deliver innovative solutions to the nation’s transportation challenges.
This appointment, according to MARAN, is timely, as stakeholders eagerly anticipate fresh strategies to modernize and expand Nigeria’s railway infrastructure. The association reiterated its readiness to partner with the NRC to achieve its objectives and elevate the country’s rail transport sector.
