The Tinubu Media Volunteers (TMV) has described the recent recognition of Nigeria’s Apapa and Tin Can Island ports among the world’s most improved ports as evidence that the economic reforms of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration are yielding positive results.
In a statement issued by its Chairman, Chukwudi Enekwechi, and Secretary, Segun Ogedengbe, the group said the ranking by the World Bank’s Container Port Performance Index (CPPI) reflects ongoing efforts to reposition Nigeria’s maritime sector and strengthen the country’s role in global trade.
TMV noted that the CPPI report for 2025, released in June 2026, highlighted improvements recorded by the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) in areas such as port efficiency, vessel turnaround time, and overall operational performance.
According to the group, the inclusion of Apapa and Tin Can Island ports among the top 20 ports in the improvement category demonstrates the impact of ongoing reforms aimed at modernising port infrastructure, enhancing service delivery, and improving Nigeria’s competitiveness in international commerce.
“We note that with this ranking, Nigeria’s maritime sector has received a major boost based on the World Bank’s latest Container Port Performance Index,” TMV said.
The group added that the progress recorded at the ports has contributed to improved business confidence, increased trade activities, and strengthened Nigeria’s position as a major commercial hub in West and Central Africa.
TMV further argued that improvements in port infrastructure and operations have supported Nigeria’s trade performance, including the country’s recent trade surplus recorded over the past three years.
The group expressed optimism that the latest global recognition would attract more foreign direct investment and further enhance the country’s economic growth prospects.
TMV maintained that the development represents a significant milestone in the administration’s drive to create an efficient, investor-friendly environment capable of supporting sustainable economic development.
