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Port of Apapa

NGAPP🇳🇬Nigeria

Also known as: Apapa Quays

Apapa Port is Nigeria's largest and busiest port complex, located in Lagos. It handles a wide range of cargo, including agricultural produce, and serves as a key hub for imports and exports. The port features multiple terminals and facilities, including a dockyard and petroleum wharf.

Background
Apapa Port Complex also known as the Lagos Port Complex is Nigeria's largest and busiest port complex. The complex consist of a number of facilities including Apapa quays, Third Apapa Wharf Extension, Apapa Dockyard, Apapa Petroleum Wharf, Bulk Vegetable Oil Wharf, Ijora Wharf, Kirikiri Lighter Terminal, and Lily pond inland container terminal. Financed and built by the colonial government of Nigeria, It became the nation's busiest port for exporting agricultural produce from the provinces of Western and Northern Nigeria in the late 1920s. Administration was transferred to the Nigerian government upon the granting of self-government and In 2005, the complex was divided into terminals and contracted out to private operators with NPA acting as the landlord and regulator.
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Max Draft
14m
Channel Depth
14ft
Tidal Range
7ft
Elevation
20m
Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile, Floating
Drydock
M
Repair Code
C
UN/LOCODE
NGAPP
Country
🇳🇬Nigeria
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
DCKY (Dockyard)
Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Good
Latitude
6.4000°
Longitude
3.4000°
Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Apapa?+
The controlling depth at Apapa is 14 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Apapa?+
The approach to Apapa is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Beecroft Point Lighthouse at 1 NM to the W. Other aids include Necom House (2.8 NM N), Lekki East Breakwater (36.5 NM E), Lekki West Breakwater (36.5 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Apapa?+
You can track vessels near Apapa (NGAPP) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for NGAPP on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Apapa?+
The Port of Apapa operates in the UTC+1 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.