NPA Enhances Inland Dry Ports' Logistics and Rail Links

The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) is taking steps to resolve rail connectivity and logistics issues affecting inland dry ports, aiming to better integrate these facilities into Nigeria's port system and improve cargo movement. This initiative follows a meeting led by NPA's managing director, Dr Abubakar Dantsoho, with Ahmad Rabiu, executive director of Dala Inland Dry Port, and representatives from Funtua Inland Dry Port at the NPA's corporate headquarters in Marina, Lagos.

The meeting was prompted by a directive from the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr Adegboyega Oyetola, to transfer operational oversight of inland dry ports to the NPA. Discussions centered on enhancing institutional collaboration, addressing infrastructure constraints, and improving operational efficiency.

Dantsoho emphasized the need for upgrading inland dry port infrastructure to match modernization efforts at seaports and called for increased private-sector investment. He also confirmed plans to visit Dala and Funtua facilities to assess their conditions and requirements.