Lagos Ports Handle 2.39 Million Tonnes of Crude Imports in August

Crude oil was the largest commodity moving through Lagos ports in August, with reported import volumes totaling 2,392,454 metric tonnes.

August cargo flows

1. During the first week of August, the Lekki Deep Sea Port received 1,867,712 metric tonnes of crude oil.
2. A further 524,742 metric tonnes was due to be discharged at Apapa Quays before the month ended.
3. The volumes confirmed crude oil’s leading position among goods handled by Lagos’ principal ports during the period.
4. Bulk wheat was the second-largest import category, totaling 321,849 metric tonnes. The first week accounted for 176,243 metric tonnes, with an additional 145,606 metric tonnes expected later in August.
5. Other major entries included 118,000 metric tonnes of aviation fuel and 44,000 metric tonnes of bulk fertiliser.
6. Crude oil consequently remained the top commodity across the Lekki and Apapa facilities, while aviation fuel and other petroleum products also contributed substantial cargo volumes.

Data through August 10

Additional figures for the period ending August 10, 2026, listed aviation fuel, Automotive Gas Oil (AGO) and Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly called petrol, among the principal products handled at the ports.

The data showed that 1,525,612 metric tonnes of crude oil had been received for distribution to locations across the country. Aviation fuel contributed 245,600 metric tonnes, while AGO totaled 104,000 metric tonnes.

Bulk urea also appeared in the import records, with volumes of 99,000 metric tonnes.

Lekki Deep Sea Port recorded notable shipping activity during the first 10 days of August, when 25 vessels participated in import operations. However, no containerised cargo was reported at the facility over that period.

Overall, the figures highlight the continuing importance of petroleum products and other bulk goods to cargo traffic through Lagos’ main maritime entry points.