APM Terminals Expands Investment in Education, Awards Scholarships to Undergraduates

APM Terminals, Nigeria's largest container terminal operator, has announced the awarding of scholarships to 50 undergraduate students from the Apapa community in Lagos. This marks the third edition of the company's scholarship program, which is open to students at public universities and other accredited higher institutions throughout Nigeria.

During the presentation ceremony in Apapa, APM Terminals Nigeria CEO, Koen De Backker, highlighted the significance of investing in young people to foster future leaders. He expressed pride in the company's growth and its positive influence on its surrounding communities. De Backker urged the scholarship recipients to seize the opportunity, stay focused on their goals, and commit to continuous learning and personal development, stating that "while equipment and infrastructure can be acquired, building people requires deliberate investment, commitment, and time."

The Terminal Managing Director, Kamal Alhraishat, emphasized that the scholarship program is an integral part of APM Terminals' Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategy, which focuses on education, healthcare, and environmental sustainability. He reiterated the company's dedication to empowering young Nigerians and providing them with opportunities to reach their full potential.

Uzoma Ben-Ude, Head of People Function at APM Terminals Nigeria, explained that the scholarship program goes beyond financial aid, with beneficiaries staying on the program until graduation as long as they maintain the required academic standards. The Chairman of Apapa-Iganmu Local Council Development Area, Jimoh Olawale, praised APM Terminals for its ongoing investment in the community, mentioning the company's partnership in renovating a health center that was reopened in February 2026. He described the scholarship initiative as a life-changing opportunity for young people.