Demurrage vs Detention Charges in Shipping: What Nigerian Importers Need to Know in 2026
Demurrage vs Detention Charges in Shipping: What Nigerian Importers Need to Know in 2026 Understanding demurrage and detention charges can save your business significant costs if you import goods into Nigeria. Many importers hear these terms regularly but often confuse them. Unfortunately, misunderstanding the difference can result in avoidable expenses that reduce profit margins and […]
What Is a Bill of Lading? Types, Functions and Transport Documents Explained (2026 Guide)
What Is a Bill of Lading? Types, Functions and Transport Documents Explained (2026 Guide) If you are involved in importing, exporting, freight forwarding, or international trade, one shipping document you will encounter frequently is the Bill of Lading (BOL). Whether cargo moves by sea, air, rail, or road, transport operators require documentation to identify ownership, […]
[Updated] How to Calculate Customs Duty Charges and VAT in Nigeria
If you have been in international trade for a while, you’d have been deeply acquainted with the term Customs Duty and the charges that follow. For the benefit of those who are seeing this for the first time, this post will guide you to understanding exactly what customs duty is all about and how […]
How to Select the Best Logistics Service provider in Nigeria in 2026
How to Choose the Best Logistics Company in Nigeria Choosing the right logistics company in Nigeria can feel overwhelming, especially when your goods, money, and reputation are on the line. Whether you’re importing, exporting, or managing a growing supply chain, the logistics partner you choose will directly affect your delivery timelines, costs, and customer satisfaction. […]
How we Calculate Chargeable Weight for Air Freight
How to Calculate Chargeable Weight in Air, Sea & Road Freight (2026 Guide) If you’ve ever received a shipping quote and wondered why the cost looks the way it does, you’re not alone. Terms like actual weight, volumetric weight, and chargeable weight can be confusing especially for first-time importers and exporters. The truth is, understanding […]
Why your Consignments may be delayed during the Yuletide
Under normal circumstances, longer delivery time is known to be a major challenge peculiar with sea freight shipping. But as it is, the menace also affects air freight during the yuletide or holiday periods, with no sign of a different expectation this year. But what might be the major cause of the delayed shipping in […]
These 5 Step Can Save You Money While Importing Goods by Air
If there is one thing to look up to when importing goods to Nigeria especially air freight shipping, it is with having to consider every way how to save money importing by air. To achieve this, you’re required to challenge the status quo by taking advantage of all available solutions, no one stone left unturned. […]
How to Process and Obtain Form M in Nigeria
In this post, we put together a simple guide on how to obtain Form M, why it is important for importation, how it is processed and obtained in Nigeria. The process of obtaining and processing the Form can be quite easy. It, however, requires adequate steps to get through. This requires accessing the right channels […]
Understanding the Different Types of Cargo Descriptions
Understanding Cargo Descriptions in Freight Shipping At Bowagate Global Ltd, with years of experience in international shipping and customs brokerage, we understand how confusing cargo descriptions can be—especially for first-time shippers. Whether you’re importing via air, sea, or land, using the right cargo description is critical for smooth handling, accurate documentation, and quick customs clearance. […]
Retail Sale Price Under Import Duty Calculation
The retail sale price is important to businesses because it is used to calculate import duty. Import duty is a tax that is levied on goods that are imported into a country. The amount of import duty that a business must pay is based on the value of the good or service, as well as […]