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The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has officially launched a committee to organize the Nigeria Marine and Blue Economy Expo. The purpose of this event is to position Nigeria as a top destination for maritime investment, innovation, and trade in Africa. The committee is expected to gather policymakers, international investors, industry leaders, and technology innovators to aid the Federal Government in unlocking the vast economic potential of Nigeria's marine and blue economy.

Oyetola, who represented the inauguration, stated that the initiative will provide a platform to translate the country's maritime advantages into real investment opportunities, economic growth, and job creation. The expo will focus on bridging the gap between Nigeria's vast maritime resources and the investments needed to harness them for national development.