LAGOS –
In response to the recent increase in the waiting time of vessels calling at the Lagos Port Complex, Apapa, the Nigerian Ports Authority has met with shipping companies and terminal operators.
The meeting according to a statement by Jatto A. Adams, General Manager, Corporate and Strategic Communications, arrived at the following decisions aimed at immediately resolving the congestion in the Lagos Pilotage District:
As from Monday, January 27, 2020, vessels that have waited to berth at any terminal within the Lagos Pilotage District will be diverted to other terminals with capacity to berth vessels within the district.
In the event that all terminals in Lagos cannot discharge any vessels within four days, such vessels will be diverted to the Eastern Ports (other pilotage districts) for immediate berthing.
The Authority will liaise with other relevant government agencies on behalf of stakeholders to expedite the clearance of vessels and cargoes, where necessary.
Adams says these actions have been taken to promote the Ease of Doing Business Policy of the Federal Government and curtail the negative economic impact that the long turn around time of vessels has on stakeholders.
The NPA, therefore, solicits the cooperation of all stakeholders.
