Yemisi Izuora
The Nigerian Ports Authority, NPA, and key stakeholders in the maritime sector in attempt to address the recent rise in the waiting time of vessels at the Lagos Port Complex, Apapa, have resolved to divert vehicles to other pilotage districts, beginning today, Monday January 27.
According to the agreement, as from Monday January 27, 2020, vessels which 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 and 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 also liaise with other relevant government agencies on behalf of stakeholders to expedite the clearance of vessels and cargoes, where necessary.
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 turnaround time of vessels has on stakeholders.
