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Ogun State Completes Allocation of 100 Hectares for Naval Base and Dockyard

Governor @DapoAbiodunCON of @OGSG_Official announced the completion of the formalities for allocating 100 hectares of land in Ode-Omi, Ogun Waterside Local Government Area, to the Nigerian Navy for the establishment of a Naval Base and Dockyard. The state waived all fees, amounting to several billions of naira, and forwarded the Certificate of Occupancy to the Naval Headquarters.

The announcement was made during a visit by Rear Admiral Mike Oamen, Flag Officer Commanding Western Naval Command, to the Governor’s Office in Abeokuta. Governor Abiodun highlighted the strategic importance of the naval presence in securing Ogun’s riverine areas and supporting economic activities, including the Tongeji Island and Olokola Deep Sea Port, which have high prospects for oil production.

The Governor assured that access roads to the site would be ready by the end of the week in preparation for the groundbreaking ceremony. Rear Admiral Oamen commended the Governor’s support for security agencies and emphasized the Navy’s commitment to maintaining security in Ogun’s waterways and coastal areas.

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Prince Dr. Dapo Abiodun, CON @DapoAbiodunCON

Today, we were delighted to receive Rear Admiral Mike Oamen, the Flag Officer Commanding Western Naval Command, in our office.

During our discussion, we informed our esteemed guest about the progress made towards establishing a naval base and dockyard in Ogun State. This initiative began when the former Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Awwal Gambo, graciously acknowledged the importance of such a facility in our riverine areas. Following this, a committee comprising representatives of the Nigerian Navy and our state government was formed to identify suitable locations for the project.

After careful evaluation, a location in Ogun Waterside was selected, and we allocated a 100-hectare parcel of land for this purpose. We have since completed all formalities for the land allocation, waived fees and charges running into several billions of naira, and forwarded the Certificate of Occupancy to the Naval Headquarters.

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