By Ada Nkong The Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy has described recent remarks made by former Anambra State Governor, Mr Peter Obi, concerning the Federal Government’s approval of the $1 billion modernisation of the Apapa and TinCan Island Ports in Lagos as misleading.A statement by Dr Bolaji Akinola Special Assistant to t Minister… Continue reading FG Faults Peter Obi’s Submission on Port Development
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Oyetola Reaffirms FG Support for Indigenous Shipping
By Ada Nkong The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr Adegboyega Oyetola, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s indigenous shipping industry, declaring that there is no going back on efforts to reposition local operators for global competitiveness. A statement signed by Dr Bolaji Akinola, Special Assistant Media and publicity to the… Continue reading Oyetola Reaffirms FG Support for Indigenous Shipping
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IMO Council Election Bid: Oyetola Canvasses Island Nation’s Vote
By Ada Nkong Nigeria's Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, His Excellency Adegboyega Oyetola CON (left) and Saint Kitts and Nevis’ Minister of Sustainable Development, Environment, Climate Action and Constituency Empowerment, Dr. Joyelle Clarke, when both Ministers met on the sidelines of the recently concluded 2025 United Nations Ocean Conference in Nice, France. As the… Continue reading IMO Council Election Bid: Oyetola Canvasses Island Nation’s Vote
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United Nations Ocean Conference: Nigeria Pushes for Increased Funding of Blue Economy Initiatives
By Ada Nkong CAPTIONHonourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, His Excellency Adgboyega Oyetola (centre); Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, Olufemi Oloruntola (right); Managing Director, National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Asiwaju Bola Oyebamiji (left); Director-General, Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr. Dayo Mobereola (back row left) and the Executive… Continue reading United Nations Ocean Conference: Nigeria Pushes for Increased Funding of Blue Economy Initiatives
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Oyetola to Lead Nigeria’s Delegation to United Nations Ocean Conference in France
By Ada Nkong The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, will lead Nigeria’s delegation to the third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3), scheduled to take place from June 9 to 13, 2025, in Nice, France. A statement signed by Dr Bolaji Akinola, special assistant media and communications to the Minister says Oyetola will… Continue reading Oyetola to Lead Nigeria’s Delegation to United Nations Ocean Conference in France
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Oyetola Commits to End Cabotage Waivers, Back Indigenous Shipping to Boost Maritime Sector
By Ada Nkong In a decisive move to strengthen Nigeria’s maritime sector, create jobs, and boost indigenous participation in the shipping industry, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, His Excellency Adegboyega Oyetola , has announced plans to bring an end to the issuance of waivers under the Coastal and Inland Shipping Act of 2003.… Continue reading Oyetola Commits to End Cabotage Waivers, Back Indigenous Shipping to Boost Maritime Sector
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NIMASA To Disburse Cabotage Fund Following FG Directive
By Ada Nkong The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA says it is set to Disburse Cabotage Vessel Financing Funds,CVFF In a statement made available to journalists, it says the disbursement in response to a firm directive from the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola,will commence by August 2025. Director General of… Continue reading NIMASA To Disburse Cabotage Fund Following FG Directive
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Oyetola Mourns Dr. AbdulRauf Adekunle Adeniji ‘Kongo’: Describes Him as a Seasoned Administrator, Loyal Party Man, Committed Progressive
By Ada Nkong The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, , has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic death of Dr. AbdulRauf Adekunle Adeniji, fondly known as "Kongo", who was kidnapped and died in the hands of his captors in Abuja. In a condolence message personally signed by him, Oyetola, who is also… Continue reading Oyetola Mourns Dr. AbdulRauf Adekunle Adeniji ‘Kongo’: Describes Him as a Seasoned Administrator, Loyal Party Man, Committed Progressive
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FG Moves to Validate National Policy on Marine and Blue Economy
By Ada Nkong Dr Adegboyega Oyetola Minister Marine and Blue Economy Nigeria has achieved notable progress in maritime governance, including the ratification and domestication of international protocols and conventions.The minister of Marine and Blue economy Dr Adegboyega Oyetola made this assertion at the validation workshop on development of national policy for the marine and Blue… Continue reading FG Moves to Validate National Policy on Marine and Blue Economy
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