The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, has clarified that the Federal Government\u2019s port modernisation programme is a nationwide initiative, dismissing concerns that the focus is restricted to Lagos.<\/p>\n
Speaking on Thursday at the ministry\u2019s combined citizens and stakeholders\u2019 engagement, sectoral performance and ministerial retreat in Lagos, Oyetola stressed that inclusive infrastructure development remains central to the Ministry\u2019s mandate.<\/p>\n
According to a press statement signed by Dr. Bolaji Akinola
\nSpecial Adviser to the Honourable Minister
\nFederal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy in
\nAbuja, it reads:
\n\u201cLet me address a concern that has been raised in some quarters \u2014 that our focus is limited to Lagos ports. This is not the case,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
He disclosed that procurement processes are already underway for the modernisation of ports in Warri, Port Harcourt, Onne, and Calabar, alongside the approved upgrades for Apapa and Tin Can Island ports.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are committed to a balanced and inclusive development of port infrastructure across the country,\u201d Oyetola emphasised.<\/p>\n
The Minister explained that the modernisation effort goes beyond infrastructure, describing it as \u201ca transformative intervention\u201d by the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu that will enhance port efficiency, reduce vessel turnaround time, and improve cargo handling capacity.<\/p>\n
He further revealed that approvals have been granted for the development of new deep seaports in Bayelsa, Cross River, Akwa Ibom, and Ondo States.<\/p>\n
\u201cThese projects will expand Nigeria\u2019s maritime capacity, decongest existing ports, open up new economic corridors, and position our country as a leading maritime gateway in Africa,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Oyetola noted that the initiative aligns with the Federal Government\u2019s broader economic diversification agenda and is expected to stimulate trade, reduce the cost of doing business, and attract investment across multiple sectors.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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