APM Terminals Apapa has reaffirmed its commitment to investing in the future of its host communities in a renewed drive to promote education and youth development.

The Lagos port terminal operators awarded scholarships to 51 students from its host communities in the Apapa Local Government Area, Lagos. Speaking at the scholarship awards ceremony held in Apapa, the Chief Executive Officer of APM Terminals Nigeria, Frederik Klinke, said the company believes that true corporate success lies not only in business performance but also in giving back to society.

“While our day-to-day business is servicing importers and exporters through the Apapa terminal, we, as an integral part of our values, also want to support growing Nigeria’s future by investing in its youth,” Klinke said.

He noted that APM Terminals Apapa has so far invested about N400 million in various corporate social responsibility initiatives, including healthcare, education, and environmental sustainability projects.

Also, the Terminal Manager, Steen Knudsen, revealed that some recipients would have the chance to undertake internships at the terminal, gaining practical experience to complement their academic work.  Knudsen encouraged the students to stay focused and determined, while assuring them of job opportunities at the company.

The Vice Chairman of Apapa Local Government, Ismael Ganiyu, commended APM Terminals for what he described as a “significant investment in the future of Apapa youth.”He congratulated the beneficiaries and encouraged them to make their community proud through academic excellence.