MACI Critiques Lagos Port Corridor Gridlock Issues

The Maritime Anti-Corruption Initiative (MACI) expressed concern over the gradual return of gridlock in the Lagos Port Corridor, specifically around the Apapa area. In a statement issued by its chairman, Captain Adamu Msheilia, MACI noted that articulated trucks occupy entire road spaces, complicating the clearance of goods at the seaport.

The situation has been exacerbated by vehicles, particularly tankers, parking indiscriminately, leading to significant traffic congestion at entry and exit points of the port city. This poor traffic situation has resulted in the loss of valuable man-hours and increased costs for businesses, contributing to high commodity prices in the market.

MACI emphasized the need for the federal government to intensify efforts to attract foreign investment and improve the economic landscape. The organization made several demands for immediate resolution of the gridlock and waste management issues, warning that failure to address these concerns would lead to further actions.