A sea port is a maritime facility comprising one or more wharves or loading areas, where ships can dock to load and discharge cargo and passengers.
In this article we’ll be looking at The 6 Major Sea Ports In Nigeria And Their Locations, according to The Nigerian Ports Authority.
Lagos Port Complex is the largest and busiest port complex in Nigeria. It is situated in Apapa, Lagos State, the commercial centre of Nigeria.
The Lagos Port complex is well equipped with modern cargo handling equipment and personnel support facilities.
Tin can Island Port Complex is the second busiest seaport after the Lagos Port Complex. It is also situated in Apapa, Lagos State.
Tin can Island Port has been a huge advantage to the Nigerian economy. It is a major point of convergence for water transportation.
Calabar Port Complex is the longest serving sea port in Nigeria. It is located in the ancient city of Calabar, the capital of Cross River state.
Calabar Port Complex was designed to serve as quick access and strategic hub to the neighbouring countries like Chad, Niger and Cameroon.
Rivers Port Complex is one of the most important seaports in Nigeria. It is located in Rivers state, one of the oil producing states in the country.
The Rivers Port has two terminals that handle liquid, dry and bulk cargoes.
Delta port is a multi-purpose port which consists of eight terminals. It is located in Delta state, one of the major oil producing states in Nigeria.
Delta Port includes the ports of Warri, Burutu, Sapele and petroleum terminals at Escravos and Forcados.
The Onne Port Complex is a multi-purpose sea port. It is situated on the Bonny River Estuary along Ogu Creek in Onne, River state.
The Onne Port Complex is Nigeria’s most efficiently run sea port.
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