Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu welcomed the vessel, highlighting the significance of the Lekki Deep Sea Port as the sole port in Nigeria equipped to handle such large container vessels.

Governor Sanwo-Olu shared the news on X (formerly Twitter), expressing delight in the historic berthing said, “It is nice to start off the week with some great news today; the LNG-powered CMA CGM SCANDOLA, a 14,812 TEUs container vessel, has made history by berthing at the Lekki Deep Sea Port—the most modern and deepest seaport in Nigeria.

“The CMA CGM SCANDOLA is the first LNG-powered container vessel to sail to West Africa, arriving in Tema before making its mark at Lekki Port. It is important to note that the Lekki Deep Sea Port is the only port in Nigeria with the facilities to receive such large container vessels.

“I’m proud of the Lekki Deep Sea Port, Lekki Freeport Terminal, and CMA CGM for elevating Nigeria’s maritime industry. The key to economic prosperity lies within the Lekki Economic Zone.”

Earlier on January 21, 2024, the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) announced the berthing of the largest container carrier, the ‘Maersk Edirne,’ at the Lekki Deep Seaport, further highlighting the port’s growing significance in Nigeria’s maritime landscape.