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World Bank Ranks Tin Can Island and Apapa Among Top 20 Most Improved Ports

World Bank Ranks Tin Can Island and Apapa Among Top 20 Most Improved Ports

New data from the World Bank’s 2025 Container Port Performance Index, released in June 2026, places Tin Can Island Port at 10th and Apapa Port at 12th among the world’s most improved facilities. The Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority highlighted that strategic investments under President Bola Tinubu’s administration have driven these gains. Upgraded infrastructure and modern equipment, supported by the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, have boosted port efficiency and competitiveness. These rankings underscore significant progress in Nigeria’s maritime sector and reflect the positive impact of recent reforms on operational performance.

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yemi

Have you noticed the boost in efficiency at Tin Can Island and Apapa ports this year, and what might it mean for local exporters?

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jesse

How do you feel these port upgrades might impact shipping timelines or costs for local exporters?

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prince

Being ranked among the most improved is encouraging, but I wonder if these gains will translate into lasting capacity gains or just short-term metrics.

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kris

Improvement rankings don't always reflect real user experience; delays and congestion can linger despite better performance scores.

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jaruma

The ports authority should focus on maintaining equipment and training staff to ensure these performance gains become sustainable over the long term.

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