Nigeria’s largest container terminal, APM Terminals Apapa, has hosted its first-ever talent show, celebrating its employees’ diverse and hidden talents beyond their daily routines.
The “APM Terminals Got Talent” show, themed “Lifting Industry Talents,” took place at the company’s premises at the Lagos Port Complex Apapa, bringing together employees from various departments eager to showcase their skills.
The terminal manager of APM Terminals Apapa, Steen Knudsen, expressed pride in the employees’ creativity and versatility.
“We are celebrating our staff for their creativity and skills through performances. APM Terminals is committed to delivering for our customers, and it is equally important to recognise the amazing people who make that possible. Today, we celebrate both our employees and contractors. We are an amazing family, and this event highlights the energy and passion they bring to work every day, creating a fun and engaging workplace,” Knudsen remarked.
The employee relations manager of APM Terminals Apapa, Ben Nwangwu, noted that the talent show boosted morale and strengthened employee bonds.
He revealed plans to make the talent hunt an annual tradition, encouraging staff to continue exploring their creative interests.
The head of people function, APM Terminals Nigeria, Uzoma Ben-Ude, said, “We held three rounds with 15 contestants, narrowing down to five finalists before selecting the top three winners. In total, nine contestants were rewarded for their efforts.”
A storekeeper in the kitchen department who emerged as the winner, Olawale Zaccheaus, was overwhelmed with joy at his unexpected victory saying, “I am so surprised; I wasn’t expecting this at all. At first, I was scared of the crowd, but I managed my nerves and enjoyed the experience.”
