Assessing the Freight Transport and Modal Logistics Infrastructure Connectivity in Apapa Seaport

Abstract

This study focuses on freight transport and modal logistics infrastructure connectivity in Apapa Seaport. The present system of freight movement and distribution from Nigerian seaports is not consistent with the best practices. The delay in cargo clearance from the port to the hinterland is a constraint to logistics schedule of road haulage. Primary data were obtained through the administration of structured questionnaires to clearing agents in Apapa Port and truck drivers that were systematically sampled at the Apapa exit gate. The data gathered were analyzed using descriptive and Anova analysis. The study revealed the availability of major modal logistics infrastructure connectivity that aids onward delivery however some of these logistics infrastructure are obsolete and in poor condition. Furthermore, result using Anova test revealed a statistically significant difference in the mean spatial distribution of cargo. It is therefore recommended that, there is need for a modal shift from road to rail or inland waterways for onward delivery of cargo to different inland container depots (ICDs) in the hinterland to promote sustainable transport system in Nigeria. And also an effective model for integrating different modes of transport in the Port for onward delivery.