Federal Government Inaugurates 6000 TEU Capacity Private Jetty and Container Terminal at Apapa.
During the inaugural ceremony held on Monday, Mr. Mohammed Bello-Koko, the Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), commended the project, emphasizing its potential to enhance the ease of doing business in Nigeria. The private project, financed and executed by Beachland Consultium Ltd. (BCTL), comprises three companies.
Representing Bello-Koko, Mr. Sylvester Egede, Port Manager at Tincan, highlighted the facility’s role in fostering new businesses and promoting multimodal transport in line with global best practices. He underscored the project’s importance in improving inland traffic to and from the ports, particularly with advancements in intermodal transportation facilitated by the country’s expanding rail system.
In his remarks, Mr. Joseph Akolo, the Managing Director of BCTL, assured round-the-clock customs and terminal services to prevent delays and congestion. He emphasized the infrastructure’s capability to handle both barges and ships, enhancing efficiency and customer service.
Mr. Godwin Ebrimoni, Group General Manager at BCTL, emphasized the uniqueness of the newly inaugurated jetty and terminal, highlighting its strategic location as the only one in Kirikiri. He outlined the project’s role in linking two other port commands to form a network of three, enhancing operational efficiency and trade facilitation.
Mr. Ajibola Ogunsiji, the Chairman of Joatelim, appealed for support from regulatory agencies to ensure the successful operation of the facility, which is expected to create over 1,500 jobs.
Dr. Dayo Mobereola, the Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), pledged to enforce laws and regulations for smooth operations, emphasizing the agency’s commitment to supporting infrastructure development in the maritime sector.
Comptroller General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, commended the project and pledged the support of the Nigerian Customs Service in ensuring trade facilitation and smooth operations at the terminal.
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Comptroller Martina Tilley-Gyado, Customs Area Controller of Kirikiri Lighter Terminal Command (KLTC), lauded the project, highlighting its significance as the first jetty to have the opportunity to berth a ship.
Earlier, Prof. Afeisimi Badaiki, the guest speaker, emphasized the importance of jetties and container terminals for marine and land operations, calling for infrastructure development and effective enforcement of existing laws and regulations to enhance business operations and ease of doing business in the nation.
