FG seeks global investment to develop blue economy

By Folarin Kehinde
The Federal Government is seeking increased access to international maritime investment, technical expertise and capacity-building opportunities to strengthen Nigeria’s participation in the global shipping industry and unlock the economic potential of its blue economy.

Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, made the call while leading Nigeria’s delegation to the 138th session of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Council in London.

Oyetola, in a statement by his Special Adviser, Bolaji Akinola, said developing maritime countries must have access to technical expertise, institutional support and investment opportunities to compete e...