Dantsoho Seeks Greater Commitment from Terminal Operators to Develop Nigerian Ports

Dantsoho Seeks Greater Commitment from Terminal Operators to Develop Nigerian Ports

By Prince Benson Davies

The Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Dantsoho, has expressed disappointment over the low level of investment in Nigerian ports, despite their strategic importance to the nation’s economy. Speaking recently, while on an operational tour of the Apapa and TinCan Island Ports on Wednesday, November 27 November 2024, Dantsoho challenged terminal operators to demonstrate greater commitment to developing the ports, emphasizing the need for increased investment to improve efficiency, reduce congestion, and enhance competitiveness. He noted that the current state of the ports is not conducive to optimal performance, and urged terminal operators to prioritize investments in modern infrastructure, technology, and logistics.

“I would like to implore all terminal operators to take advantage of the investor-friendliness of His Excellency President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and put in more investment.

“Given Nigeria’s huge population, Nigerian ports definitely deserve greater investment than what is currently obtainable.”

“In alignment with the World Ports Sustainability program, this management is keen on Ports eco-friendliness, and we will insist on investor compliance with this global imperative.

“On our part as a regulator, we assure you of all the facilitation necessary to protect your investment and guarantee return on investment.

“As you are aware, with the commitment of the Minister, Gboyega Oyetola, the NPA has concluded the final phase of the Port Community System (PCS), which will provide the linkage backbone for the forthcoming National Single Window (NSW) project.”.
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