Factors of Ports Efficiency and Performance in Nigeria: A Case Study of the Ro-Ro Port in Lagos

Abstract

The paper attempts to descriptively survey the factors influencing port efficiency and performance in Nigeria: a case study of the RO-RO Port Lagos. Both primary and secondary data were collected and analysed. A Fifteen item
structured questionnaire for experts’ opinions on the nature of the relationship and the RO-RO port annual report (1996 to 2002) provided the data. The Statistical Package of Social Sciences (SPSS) was used to investigate the strength and direction of the relationship. The results show that the Nigeria Ports are experiencing ship diversion due to excessive ship delays. Evidence also abounds that the delay in shipping is due to the activities of regulatory bodies and internal port factors. It recommends that government should review and control the excesses of regulatory bodies operating in the ports. The Nigeria Port Authority should monitor and control ship turn-round time and provide adequate port facilities and services. It will improve the efficiency and performance of the port, which in turn will attract ships and shippers to the port.