Maritime Reforms: Nigeria’s ports record 12.3% rise in cargo throughput

The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) reported a 12.3% increase in cargo throughput in Q2 2026, reaching 35,740,362 metric tonnes. Inward cargo accounted for 56.8% of the total, while outward cargo rose by 22%. The number of ocean-going vessels also increased by 14.4%, totaling 1,201 vessels.