By Foster Obi
Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has said that the Lagos seaport will remain operational during the period of the lockdown as directed by President Muhammadu Buhari.
A statement signed by Jatto A Adams, General Manager Corporate and Strategic Communications said “consequent to the directive of President Muhammadu Buhari that Lagos seaports, (Apapa and Tin can Island Ports), should remain open in the duration of the two-week lockdown of Lagos State, the public should note as stated below.
“The Nigerian Ports Authority hereby assures all stakeholders that arrangements have been made for operations at the ports to continue without hinderance.
“Safety procedures, which will guarantee the wellbeing and security of stakeholders and staff, have been put in place and all are advised to kindly comply with directives of port officials.
“All other government agencies responsible for smooth operations in the ports are enjoined to be at their respective duty posts to discharge their functions in line with the presidential directive of maintaining operational functions at the Lagos ports.”
It noted that the management of the Nigerian Ports Authority assures all stakeholders of its commitment to facilitation of trade in Nigeria.
Pix: Hadiza BalaUsman, MD, NPA
