Lekki Port partners China on knowledge exchange to deepen

By Steve Agbota     

The management of Lekki Port, promoters of Lekki Deep Seaport, in collaboration with the Consulate General of the People’s Republic of China in Nigeria, has strengthened its human capital development efforts through an international training programme in China for selected staff to enhance technical capacity, operational efficiency, and global best practices in port management.

A Knowledge Sharing Session was subsequently held at the port, providing an opportunity for participants who recently participated in the training programme to share how the experience has broadened their perspectives and equipped them with practical knowledge that can be applied to enhance operational efficiency and drive innovation at Lekki Port.

The training provided participants with firsthand exposure to China’s advanced port infrastructure, technological systems, and industrial development. Participants gained insights into efficient logistics operations, innovation-driven processes, and the integration of modern technologies in port management.

Speaking at the Knowledge Sharing Session, the Managing Director of Lekki Port, Wang Qiang, expressed his appreciation to the Chinese Consulate for their continued support and for providing valuable training opportunities that have significantly enhanced the capacity and exposure of Lekki Port’s workforce.

Qiang noted that the training programme reflects Lekki Port’s commitment to public-private partnerships, cross-cultural exchange, and continuous workforce development to meet evolving industry demands while deepening global partner relationships.

“At Lekki Port, collaboration is at the core of our business model, and cultural exchange is a key part of that commitment. We will continue to promote initiatives like this to strengthen our operations and global outlook. We will continuously send our people for such training in the future,” he said.

In her remarks, Consul General of the People’s Republic of China, Yan Yuqing, explained that the initiative reflects China’s commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation through knowledge exchange and capacity building, with Nigeria playing a key role as a strategic partner.

Yuqing added that the programme is designed not only to expose participants to China’s development and culture, but also to create a platform for mutual learning and stronger institutional ties.

“China and Africa share a strong and growing relationship, and talent development is a key part of that partnership. Through programmes like this, we aim to provide opportunities for participants to understand China’s development, culture, and innovation, while also strengthening cooperation between our countries. These participants are not just learners; they are ambassadors of China-Nigeria friendship, and we hope they will apply what they have learned to drive development in their respective organisations,” she added.

Expressing his gratitude, a participant of the China Training Programme, Mattew Oloyede, said that the training provided invaluable exposure to advanced port operations, cutting-edge technologies, and structured systems that drive efficiency in global maritime hubs. He noted that the knowledge gained will be applied to improve processes, strengthen teamwork, and support Lekki Port’s ambition to remain a leading maritime hub in Africa.

Underscoring its commitment to innovation and excellence, Lekki Port consistently capitalises on global synergies and human capital investment to foster sustained maritime advancement.