APM Terminals Apapa Sees 6% Export Growth in H1 2026

APM Terminals Apapa, Nigeria's largest container terminal, recorded a 6% growth in export volumes during the first half of 2026. This growth is credited to the resilience of Nigerian exporters and improvements aimed at facilitating export trade, simplifying cargo flows, and enhancing access to international markets, according to Kamal Alhraishat, the managing director.

The terminal has seen sustained growth over five years due to investments in dedicated export lanes and rail connectivity, including a rail connection between Lagos and Moniya in Ibadan that operates three times weekly. This rail service provides exporters with an efficient alternative to road transport, reducing reliance on trucks and improving cargo movement predictability.

Major export commodities include soybeans, cashew nuts, cocoa, hibiscus flowers, and solid minerals. Kayode Olufemi-Daniel, head of commercial, emphasized the importance of timely processes in export trade, particularly for agricultural products, and the terminal's ongoing efforts to engage stakeholders to minimize delays.