Captain Warredi Enisuoh, Executive Director, Operations and Technical at Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, has identified integrated transport, stronger maritime patrols, port automation and economic diversification as critical solutions to Nigeria’s transport and energy security challenges.
Speaking at the Second Nigeria Transport Summit 2026, Enisuoh urged Nigeria to integrate its aviation, maritime and cargo logistics systems while strengthening surveillance and security cooperation. He said these measures would help protect critical infrastructure, facilitate trade and reduce exposure to global disruptions.
The summit’s theme, “Navigating Global Disruptions and the Road Ahead: Mobility, Energy and Trade Facilitation for a Resilient Future,” highlighted the need for a more resilient and integrated transport system. Enisuoh stressed that technology must complement better infrastructure planning, effective regulation and sustainable economic opportunities.
Aviation security offers lessons for maritime transport
Enisuoh said Nigeria’s aviation sector had made significant progress through security audits, access controls, perimeter fencing and other safeguards. He argued that maritime authorities could adopt similar measures to strengthen security across ports and waterways.
“When it comes to the airports, I can tell you one thing. The air side has done very, very well compared to the maritime side,” he said.
He attributed aviation’s progress partly to international security audits and strict airport access requirements. According to him, maritime operators must strengthen surveillance and operational controls to close existing security gaps.
“The moment people know that they are being watched from one end to another, that itself is security for you,” Enisuoh said.
Integrated transport infrastructure critical to trade
The Tantita executive director identified integrated transport planning as essential to improving cargo movement and trade facilitation. He said Nigeria had historically developed transport infrastructure without adequately connecting airports, seaports and cargo distribution facilities.
“When we were building the country, we didn’t really think of intermodal transport,” Enisuoh said.
He noted that some countries deliberately locate airports and seaports close to each other. This approach enables air and maritime cargo to move through connected logistics facilities, reducing delays and improving efficiency.
“Here, we are still operating in silos,” he said.
Enisuoh urged policymakers to prioritise integrated transport infrastructure in future development plans. He also called for periodic reviews of existing facilities to accommodate changing trade volumes, larger vessels and evolving logistics requirements.
“Even airports or seaports do expire,” he said, stressing the importance of modernisation.
Four solutions to global transport disruptions
Enisuoh’s recommendations point to four practical priorities for improving Nigeria’s transport resilience.
Develop integrated transport infrastructure. Connecting airports, seaports, roads and cargo distribution centres would improve logistics coordination. Better connections could reduce cargo delays, simplify transfers and strengthen trade facilitation.
Expand port automation. Enisuoh advocated automated cargo handling, container tracking and driver identification systems. These technologies could improve security, reduce unnecessary human intervention and strengthen operational accountability.
Using the Port of Los Angeles as an example, he described automated systems that support cargo handling and container positioning. Enisuoh Video on the Los Angeles Port
“As a driver drives through the gates, there is facial recognition for the driver. They know who he is,” he said.
Strengthen maritime surveillance and patrols. Enisuoh called for increased maritime patrols and wider deployment of surveillance technology. He said Tantita had introduced long-range drones to monitor maritime areas and protect Nigeria’s waters.
“We have to be more aware. Maritime patrols should increase,” he said.
Diversify the economy and strengthen regulation. Enisuoh argued that developing Nigeria’s mineral resources could create additional economic opportunities and reduce excessive dependence on oil and gas.
Tantita highlights need for stronger maritime security
Enisuoh warned that evolving criminal tactics and international shipping disruptions could threaten Nigeria’s energy sector. He said protecting offshore assets and territorial waters required sustained surveillance, stronger enforcement and cooperation among security agencies.
Enisuoh said the company was working with Nigerian security agencies to address security threats, although he did not to provide further details about specific operations.
He added that insecurity could not be completely eliminated, making sustained management and adaptation necessary.
His remarks reinforced the importance of integrated transport systems, modern logistics infrastructure and coordinated security operations. Together, these measures could help Nigeria protect critical assets, improve cargo movement and respond more effectively to changing global conditions.
