NPA, NDLEA Commends Terminal’s Security Standards At Seaports

The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) and other stakeholders in the maritime industry said that APM Terminals Apapa’s sustained commitment to safety has played a critical role in maintaining a secure operational environment at the seaports.

They stated this during the commemoration of the 2026 Global Safety Day at the terminal, themed ‘We Are Safe Together’.

The Port Manager, Lagos Port Complex, Adebowale Lawal, praised the terminal operator for its robust safety protocols in port operations, while encouraging continuous improvement to further strengthen these standards.

Chairman of the Association of Maritime Truck Owners (AMATO), Remi Ogungbemi, lauded the terminal’s positive impact on port operations, adding that its presence in Apapa has significantly improved safety awareness and helped to curb the “motor-boy syndrome”, thereby reducing fatal incidents along the port corridor.

Deputy Commander of Narcotics, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Sani Nahuche, also commended APM Terminals and the NPA for maintaining a drug-free operational environment, stressing the importance of strict compliance and sustained vigilance.

Managing Director of APM, Kamal Alhraishat, reaffirmed the company’s unwavering commitment to safety, describing it as the most important of all operations at the terminal and a deeply embedded culture rather than a regulatory obligation.

Addressing employees and stakeholders, Alhraishat stressed that safety goes beyond policies and procedures, stressing that it is a shared responsibility to be practiced daily by anyone within the terminal environment.

Alhraishat further highlighted the importance of vigilance and open communication in sustaining high safety standards, urging employees to speak up whenever unsafe conditions are observed.

He also called for the continuous strengthening of a workplace culture built on respect, trust and mutual support, where employees can confidently raise concerns without fear, to prevent incidents before they occur.

Also speaking at the event, the Chief Executive Officer of APM Terminals Nigeria, Frederik Klinke, underscored the role of collaboration in sustaining safe operations, adding that it will enhance productivity and create a safer and more resilient workplace.

Chairman of the Board of APM Terminals Apapa Limited, Mr David Skov, commended the initiative and encouraged employees to lead by example by taking personal responsibility for the safety and well-being of others.