Oyetola: Marine Ministry Unlocking Nigeria’s Blue Economy Potential
• As NIMASA says Nigeria recorded four piracy-free years Yinka Kolawole in Osogbo and Kasim Sumaina in Abuja Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Gboyega Oyetola, has said the creation
Minister Gboyega Oyetola announced that the Nigerian government's establishment of a dedicated Blue Economy and Marine Ministry is aiding in unlocking the nation's marine resources for job creation, economic growth, and environmental sustainability. At his 72nd birthday celebration in Osun State, Oyetola thanked Allah, his family, and friends for their support.
Meanwhile, the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) reported four consecutive years without any piracy incidents, attributing this achievement to strengthened maritime safety and security measures, including the implementation of the Suppression of Piracy and Other Maritime Offences (SPOMO) Act. Oyetola emphasized the country's abundant marine resources, including 853 kilometers of coastline and around 10,000 kilometers of inland waterways. He highlighted that the ministry's creation aims to tap into these resources for economic benefits.
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