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Dr. Pius Ukeyima Akutah (born June 7, 1970) is a Nigerian lawyer, public servant, and political leader. He currently serves as the Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer (ES/CEO) of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), a role he assumed on October 25, 2023.

Raised in Ushongo Local Government Area in Benue State, Dr. Akutah earned his Diploma in Law from the University of Jos, then an LLB from the University of Abuja, and later completed an LL.M in Public International Law at Ahmadu Bello University. He was called to the Nigerian Bar in 2007. In December 2024, he earned a Ph.D. in International Cooperation in Criminal Matters from Nasarawa State University.

Before leading the NSC, Dr. Akutah held key roles in the Office of the Attorney-General of the Federation, notably heading the Central Authority Unit, where he oversaw Mutual Legal Assistance (MLA) and extradition matters. He has negotiated bilateral legal cooperation treaties, worked on extradition of fugitives, and built Nigeria’s capacity in international criminal law. He has also taught international cooperation in criminal matters under the auspices of the UNODC and the Commonwealth Secretariat.

In his current role at NSC, Dr. Akutah has pushed for reforms to speed up cargo clearance (targeting a reduction from 48 to 24 hours), introduced digital payment systems, and improved port efficiency.

He is recognized for his community service, having initiated peace-building projects and youth empowerment programs in his home state.

Among his honors, he received the Presidential Civil Service Merit Award in 2017 and was conferred with the national honor Member of the Order of the Niger (MON) in 2022.

Politically, Dr. Akutah is affiliated with the All Progressives Congress (APC).

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Aug 13, 2026 ∙ 5 min

A New Era for Nigeria’s Ports: The Nigerian Port Economic Regulatory Agency Act, 2026.

The Nigerian Port Economic Regulatory Agency Act, 2026 marks a defining moment in Nigeria’s maritime reform journey. Dr. Pius Ukeyima Akutah reflects on the significance of the new law, its potential to strengthen port regulation, promote competitiveness, improve trade efficiency and reposition Nigeria’s ports for greater economic growth.

Jun 12, 2026 ∙ 6 min

Democracy Day Message to the Good People of Benue State: Hope, Leadership, and the Future of Democracy in BenueBy Akutah GbongbonMy dear people of Benue State,As Nigeria commemorates Democracy Day,

My dear people of Benue State, As Nigeria commemorates Democracy Day, I extend my heartfelt greetings to every son and daughter of Benue State, both at home and in the diaspora. This important national celebration is more than a public holiday or ceremonial event. It is a moment for deep reflection on the true meaning of democracy, governance, leadership, and the responsibility we owe one another as citizens. For the people of Benue State, Democracy Day should not merely be about speeches or...

Apr 10, 2026 ∙ 7 min

At the 2026 Blue Economy Investment Summit, We Gathered to Speak About the Future We Must Build

It was my honour to deliver a lecture at the 2026 Blue Economy Investment Summit , a significant platform where leaders, investors, policymakers, stakeholders, and development thinkers came together to outline a bold path for maritime economic expansion. It was more than an event. It was a moment of national reflection and strategic engagement. It was an opportunity to speak not only about the promise of the blue economy, but about the responsibility of leadership in converting promise into...