The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has successfully rolled out Electronic Barrier Systems (EBS) across all terminals within the Lagos Port Complex, marking a major step towards modernising port operations and enhancing traffic management.
In a statement issued on Thursday, Okechukwu Onyemekara, NPA’s General Manager for Corporate Communication and Strategy, said the initiative was spearheaded by Managing Director Abubakar Dantsoho after extensive consultations with stakeholders to address long-standing challenges linked to unauthorised truck diversions.
Dantsoho explained that unauthorised truck movements have historically disrupted terminal operations, caused traffic congestion, and lowered overall port productivity.
“We are pleased to announce that as of September 1, all terminals within the Lagos Port Complex will commence full live operations using the Integrated Electronic Barrier System,” he said.
The new system is fully integrated with the Eto electronic call-up system, managed by Trucks Transit Parks Ltd (TTP), ensuring that only trucks with valid call-up tickets issued through Eto are allowed access to the terminals. This integration effectively prevents unauthorized entries, strengthens gate controls, and improves operational transparency.
The NPA managing director further emphasized that the EBS rollout aligns with the federal government’s agenda to ease doing business in Nigeria by promoting accountability and automating port infrastructure.
“This milestone represents a significant advancement in the authority’s drive for enhanced automation and modernisation of port infrastructure in Nigeria,” Dantsoho added.
He also expressed appreciation for the cooperation of all stakeholders involved in the process and reaffirmed the authority’s commitment to adopting innovative solutions that ensure a secure, efficient, and business-friendly port environment.
The NPA aims to strengthen its position as a leading hub for maritime logistics and sustainable port services in Africa.
