At an event held at the company’s Lagos terminal, management, staff, and partners reflected on the journey that began in 2020 when the facility was little more than a swampy expanse with limited infrastructure.

Mr. Paul Linden, managing director, recalled how the terminal started as an intervention to decongest Apapa ports and evolved into a modern logistics hub.

“When we began, the ground was soft, there was no quay, and only a few warehouses stood. But we saw potential. Today, SIFAX ICT is a functional, world-class terminal that reflects years of investment and teamwork,” he said.

Linden highlighted major milestones, including the first barge operation in December 2020, extensive floor reinforcement, and the introduction of Rubber Tyred Gantry (RTG) cranes, a rare feature among inland depots in Nigeria.

“The transformation has been incredible. We are now completing the final phase of our 15,000-square-metre upgrade to bring the entire terminal to full standard.” he added.

While reflecting on the progress made at the terminal, Linden said the journey had not been smooth sailing.

“When we started, the site was overgrown and flooded. We began with what we called Lot Four, resurfaced the floors, and created access for barge operations. We started with just one terminal, but today, we run two – terminals A and B. From 46,000 square metres in 2020, we’ve grown to over 82,000 square metres today. The vision of the terminal is also driven by competent and motivated workforce.”

Mr. Cashmir Ihedioha, the terminal’s chief security officer, explained how collaboration with agencies like NIMASA, NPA, and the Lagos State Task Force transformed the once-chaotic environment into a well-regulated facility.

“We introduced a structured traffic system and installed 69 CCTV cameras to ensure round-the-clock surveillance. The terminal is fully compliant with the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code,” he said.

Looking ahead, Linden said the terminal was preparing to build a quay wall to allow direct vessel calls and reduce dependence on congested seaports.

“We’ve secured approval for direct vessel operations. Once complete, the project will redefine how inland terminals operate in Nigeria,” he noted, adding that plans are underway to convert most of the terminal’s equipment to gas-powered ones for cleaner and greener operations.

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The new bus shelter was constructed at the popular Ilaje bus stop to ease passenger movement and traffic around the busy Ilaje junction which is a very popular intersection in the community.

Speaking at the commissioning and hand-over ceremony, Paul Linden, Managing Director, SIFAX ICT Limited, said the company, at the inception of its operations, promised to play a critical role in the human and infrastructural development of the host community.

He noted that the bus stop is the latest of the interventions provided by the company for the community.

He said: “Since we started business here in Ijora about two years ago, we have enjoyed the support and cooperation of the people in the community. This has allowed our business to thrive. As a responsible corporate citizen, we have also reciprocated this gesture in a number of ways, including employment for local indigenes and support for various youth programmes. This bus stop donation is in furtherance of our company’s strategy of forging a mutually-beneficial relationship with our stakeholders, especially the host community.”

On his own part, Bode Ojeniyi, Group Executive Director, SIFAX Group, who represented the Chairman, Dr. Taiwo Afolabi, at the event, assured the community of the company’s unflinching cooperation and support, adding that other projects that would positively impact the community would soon be embarked upon.

He said the donation was in line with SIFAX Group’s robust social responsibility and stakeholder engagement strategy.

While commissioning the Ilaje bus station, Ojora of Ijoraland, Oba Fatai Oyeyinka Ojora, who was represented by the Bashorun of Ijoraland, Akeem Oladipupo Ojora, thanked the management of SIFAX ICT Limited for its continuous commitment to bettering the lives of the Ijora people through their numerous corporate social activities and stated that the company has been a blessing to the community since it started operations.

“I want to thank the management of SIFAX for what they have been doing for our community since they started here. We always pray for Dr. Taiwo Afolabi and SIFAX as a whole that they would continue to grow. Your company have given jobs to our indigenes, this bus stop is another good thing you have done for the community and we appreciate you. With this, the traffic snarl on this intersection would become a thing of the past”, he said.

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This was disclosed by Mr. Paul Linden, Managing Director, SIFAX Inland Container Terminal, during the company’s Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Week held recently.

According to Linden, after a few minor accidents recorded during the company’s first year of operations between 2020 and 2021, the terminal’s management did a thorough review and evaluation of its health and safety processes and procedures with a view to minimizing accidents in the terminal.

He said: “The terminal is glad to announce that we recorded zero accidents in the 2022 business year. This is a good one for us and we will improve on this in the coming years. I must applaud our HSE team for the thorough job of making sure that all staff and visitors comply with the policies of the terminal. Through their efforts we can roll out the drum to celebrate one year injury free work place. A special thank you to all our staff for their cooperation too”.

Mr. Godwin Okoyeaniche, Head of HSE, SIFAX ICT explained that the terminal was able to achieve this feat due to collaborative efforts of all stakeholders. “We are celebrating the 2022 HSE Week to appreciate all our stakeholders for their support towards helping us achieve a zero LTI this year. We promise that the New Year 2023 will bring more possibilities for us all”, he said.

Mr. Bode Ojeniyi, Group Executive Director, SIFAX Group remarked that the Group’s mantra of ‘Safety First’ has engineered a safe work environment for all its employees, clients and other stakeholders. He noted further that the company has invested heavily in health and safety equipment as well as training of its personnel in order to make the workplace safe.

In his words: “Across all our Group entities, we were deliberate about health and safety in the 2022 business year, and we made a lot of progress in this regard. This progress recorded at Sifax ICT is a great achievement for us and we intend to make this a template for all our subsidiaries going into the future”.

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