Contrary to wide spread negative narratives, the Federal Government has restated its commitment to the actualisation of the Agge Deep Seaport in Bayelsa State, saying the project remains a critical component of its strategy to expand Nigeria’s maritime infrastructure, stimulate economic growth and unlock investment opportunities in the Niger Delta.<\/p>\n
Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, CON, gave the assurance in a statement issued in Abuja on Wednesday 4th June, 2026, stressing that the Agge Deep Seaport remains a key priority of the Federal Government’s efforts to unlock the vast potential of Nigeria’s marine and blue economy sector.<\/p>\n
According to the Minister, the project aligns with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the administration’s commitment to deploying transformative infrastructure to stimulate trade, industrialisation, and sustainable economic development.<\/p>\n
He noted that the Agge Deep Seaport is a critical component of Nigeria’s maritime expansion strategy and will strengthen the country’s competitiveness in regional and global trade.<\/p>\n
“The Agge Deep Seaport project is central to our vision of expanding Nigeria’s maritime infrastructure and positioning the nation as a leading maritime hub in West Africa. Beyond enhancing trade and logistics, the project will create thousands of direct and indirect jobs, attract investments, and stimulate economic activities across the Niger Delta and the country at large,” Oyetola stated.<\/p>\n
The Minister disclosed that the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy is working closely with the Bayelsa State Government and other critical stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of the project within the shortest possible time.<\/p>\n
He explained that upon completion, the deep seaport will serve as a major maritime gateway in the South-South region, ease pressure on existing ports, facilitate international trade, and unlock new opportunities across key sectors of the blue economy.<\/p>\n
Oyetola further highlighted the immense prospects the project will create in logistics, fisheries, shipbuilding, maritime services, tourism, and other allied industries, describing the port as a catalyst for sustainable development and regional transformation.<\/p>\n
The Minister commended the Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, for his steadfast commitment to the project and for aligning the state’s development agenda with the Federal Government’s vision for the marine and blue economy sector.<\/p>\n
He reiterated the Federal Government’s resolve to work collaboratively with all stakeholders to ensure the successful actualisation of the Agge Deep Seaport, noting that the project represents a major step towards unlocking the economic potential of the Niger Delta and strengthening Nigeria’s maritime future.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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