To alleviate congestion and facilitate the timely entry of export cargo into Lagos Ports, the Nigerian Ports Authority has established a 72-hour window for all export trucks to reach different terminals.

Any export cargo trucks that failed to access the ports within the specific time will have their access automatically, stating that the window will take place from April 22.

In a notice to stakeholders titled, ‘Important Update: Revised Access Window for Left-Pregated Export Trucks’, signed by the management of Truck Transit Parks Limited on behalf of the NPA, the agency explained that the new policy aims at improving traffic flow and reducing congestion around the port access roads.

“The Nigerian Ports Authority has issued an important notice for all stakeholders in the port ecosystem. Effective Monday, April 22, 2024, a policy will be implemented regarding access to the port terminals for left-pregated export trucks.’’

“All left pregated export trucks will now have only 72 hours to access the designated terminal after leaving the Export Processing Terminal. Failure to access the port within a 72-hour window will result in the automatic deactivation of the truck’s access ticket,” the notice read.

Truckers are strongly advised to plan their routes to arrive at the port within the specified timeframe.