NPA upgrades Lagos ports, deploys Electronic Barrier System to curb unauthorized truck diversions

By Ezurike Ugochukwu 

The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has taken a significant step towards enhancing operational efficiency and traffic management at the Lagos Port Complex by implementing Electronic Barrier Systems at all terminal access points.

NPA under the leadership of the Managing Director Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho, has integrated these barriers with the Eto Electronic Call-Up System, thereby ensuring only trucks with valid call-up tickets gain terminal access.

This move, effective September 1, 2025, aims to eliminate unauthorized truck diversions, promote transparency, and support Nigeria’s Ease of Doing Business agenda, aligning with the NPA’s vision to become Africa’s hub for maritime logistics and sustainable port services.

The regulatory agency stated, “We are pleased to announce that as of Monday, 1st September 2025, all Terminals within the Lagos Port Complex will commence full live operations using the Integrated Electronic Barrier System.

This milestone represents a significant advancement in the Authority’s drive for enhanced automation and modernization of port infrastructure in Nigeria and reflects the Authority’s commitment to: • Supporting the Federal Government’s Ease of Doing Business Agenda

• Promoting transparency and accountability

• Enhancing Port operational efficiency

• Strengthening truck traffic management

“The Nigerian Ports Authority appreciates the cooperation of all stakeholders throughout the processes preceding this development and remains committed to deploying innovative solutions that improve service delivery and foster a more efficient, secure, and a business-friendly port environment, strengthening its vision of becoming the hub for maritime logistics and sustainable port services in Africa” NPA revealed in a statement this Thursday.