Nigeria’s Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, His Excellency Dr Adegboyega Oyetola, has formally presented the revalidated certificate for the Ondo Deep Sea Port to the Governor of Ondo State, Hon. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, at his office in Abuja, marking a major milestone in the state’s industrial and maritime aspirations.
Presenting the certificate on Thursday, 18 December 2025, Dr Oyetola described the revalidation as a strategic intervention by the Federal Government to unlock Ondo State’s vast maritime and blue economy potential, noting that the deep-sea port would serve as a catalyst for trade, industrialisation and regional economic integration.
He said the port aligned squarely with the Federal Government’s agenda to diversify the economy through maritime infrastructure, logistics and coastal development.
“The Ondo Deep Sea Port is not just a project for Ondo State; it is a national asset that will strengthen Nigeria’s competitiveness in global shipping, reduce pressure on existing ports, and create a new hub for exports, manufacturing and job creation,” the minister said. He added that the port’s location along the Atlantic corridor would significantly boost non-oil exports, enhance ease of doing business and attract foreign direct investment into the South-West and the country at large.
“The revalidated licence provides certainty to investors and sends a strong signal that Nigeria is ready for serious maritime investments. With the supporting infrastructure planned around the port, Ondo State is positioning itself as a major player in the blue economy,” Minister Oyetola said.
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