As of today, 23rd May 2025, Nigeria’s coastal tanker report today shows three vessels actively discharging petroleum cargoes across strategic Lagos terminals. These operations are vital in stabilising domestic supply chains amid sustained foreign exchange pressures and volatile international oil markets.
Lagos Port Updates
MT ALFRED TEMILE
- Terminal: Petroleum Wharf Apapa
- Product: LPG (13,313 MT)
- Status: Arrived 16 May, Berthed 18 May 2025
- Remarks: Discharging in progress
MT ELLIEM II
- Terminal: NIPCO
- Product: AGO (26,927 MT)
- Status: Arrived 19 May 2025
- Remarks: Loaded at Dangote Refinery, next tanker to berth/discharge
SONANGOL KALANDULA
- Terminal: Dangote Refinery
- Product: Crude Oil (125,200 MT)
- Status: Arrived 21 May 2025
- Remarks: Yet to arrive to discharge at Dangote Refinery
Why Today’s Tanker Report Matters
Together, these three tankers represent more than 165,000 metric tonnes of petroleum cargoes ranging from LPG to AGO and crude oil scheduled for offloading in Nigeria’s busiest commercial port. Their operations are critical for depot stock rotation, wholesale replenishment, and downstream pricing stability.
Timely discharges also influence fuel evacuation logistics and help marketers mitigate price shocks caused by dollar scarcity and global crude fluctuations. As local supply improves, these maritime activities support Nigeria’s energy market resilience and keep inland distribution responsive to consumer demand.