Tinubu unveils $7bn Ogun deep seaport, blue marine economic zone
President Bola Tinubu has announced an investment package exceeding $7 billion for the proposed Gateway Deep Seaport and Ogun State Blue Marine Special Economic Zone. The President described the projects as strategic investments that could expand Nigeria’s maritime economy, strengthen industrial activity and attract additional foreign capital. Tinubu spoke in Paris, France, during the signing […]…
President Bola Tinubu announced a $7 billion investment package for the Gateway Deep Seaport and Ogun State Blue Marine Special Economic Zone. The projects aim to boost Nigeria's maritime economy, industries and attract foreign capital. The agreements were signed in Paris during a meeting with DP World, a leading port and logistics company.
The seaport will have a 4km berth, an 18-meter draft to accommodate larger vessels and ease congestion along the Lagos port corridor. The Blue Marine Special Economic Zone will cover 10,000 hectares and work in conjunction with the seaport to foster manufacturing, processing, exports, and logistics. The Federal Government will support infrastructure development, investment security, and eliminate bureaucratic hurdles.
The Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, a key part of the industrial and maritime corridor, is expected to be completed before the end of the year.
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