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The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has presented the Certificate of Compliance for the Bakassi Deep Seaport to the Governor of Cross River State , Senator Bassey Otu, during a courtesy visit by the governor to the minister’s office in Abuja.

Presenting the certificate, Oyetola described the Bakassi Deep Seaport as a strategic national asset that aligns squarely with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, particularly in repositioning Nigeria as a competitive maritime and logistics hub.

According to a statement issued on Thursday and signed by the Special Adviser to the Minister, Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, Bolaji Akinola, Oyetola assured that the Federal Government would continue to support Cross River State to ensure the successful delivery of the project.

The minister lauded Governor Otu’s commitment and the pace at which the state government has driven the project.

“This project has the capacity to significantly boost livelihoods, create jobs and expand economic opportunities not only for Cross River State but for Nigeria as a whole,” Oyetola said.

He added that the Federal Government remains committed to sustained collaboration with the Cross River State Government and private sector partners to bring the deep seaport project to fruition.

The presentation of the certificate followed the recent approval of the Bakassi Deep Seaport by the Federal Executive Council (FEC).

In his remarks after receiving the certificate, Governor Otu commended the Federal Government for its support, describing the moment as historic and a major milestone in Nigeria’s efforts to unlock the full potential of the marine and blue economy.

He stressed that Cross River State is strategically positioned to play a leading role in Nigeria’s maritime development, drawing comparisons with countries such as Brazil and other coastal nations with strong maritime economies.

“Receiving this certificate is a significant boost that brings balance and momentum to our pursuit. I am confident that with the professionalism, diligence and commitment of the ministry and private sector players, we are firmly on track with the deep seaport project,” Otu said.

The governor also applauded President Tinubu for establishing the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy and for appointing Oyetola as minister, describing both decisions as timely and critical to the growth of the sector.

Also speaking, the Director-General of the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC), Mr. Jobson Ewalefoh, described the Bakassi Deep Seaport as a game-changer for Nigeria’s maritime and logistics ecosystem.

He said the project would serve as a new maritime gateway for the country’s North-Central and North-East regions while positioning Nigeria as a major logistics hub for West and Central Africa.

Refinedbeing:
Hate this man or not. Bro just want to work. If we’ve had serious President in this country since 99, I’m pretty sure we probably wouldn’t be here in this darkness. Many criticized the removal of subsidy but dyring the era of subsidy, it would have been unending queues here and there everywhere looking for fuel. I don’t care how high whatever price would get, just help us live like a normal human being just like the rest of the world abeg. And yes please time to eradicate banditry. Thank you

Putindbutt:
This same week, starting with Akwa-Ibom, Tinubu granted final approval for Ibom Air to begin international flight and upgrade of Atta airport into an international airport. Following up with the approval of the rehabilitation of the long abandoned Bakassi deep seaport in the neighbouring Cross Rivers state.
Let me remind you that this did not just happen by chance, Tinubu made these campaign promises in 2023 when he visited Calabar and other SS states.
I pity wailers and Bitter Obidients, these people lied against the President that he had no plan to develop other seaports apart from Lagos. They were circulating these lies and propaganda on social media including their " finishing specialist" who was also repeating such lies.
I pity wailers and Bitter Obidients, I really pity you guys, how many times have you predicted the downfall of Jagaban and how many times have you failed. I pity the condition of your hearts in 2027, Tinubu will continue to increase your high blood pressure.

Putindbutt:
This same week, starting with Akwa-Ibom, Tinubu granted final approval for Ibom Air to begin international flight and upgrade of Atta airport into an international airport. Following up with the approval of the rehabilitation of the long abandoned Bakassi deep seaport in the neighbouring Cross Rivers state.
Let me remind you that this did not just happen by chance, Tinubu made these campaign promises in 2023 when he visited Calabar and other SS states.
I pity wailers and Bitter Obidients, these people lied against the President that he had no plan to develop other seaports apart from Lagos. They were circulating these lies and propaganda on social media including their " finishing specialist" who was also repeating such lies.
I pity wailers and Bitter Obidients, I really pity you guys, how many times have you predicted the downfall of Jagaban and how many times have you failed. I pity the condition of your hearts in 2027, Tinubu will continue to increase your high blood pressure.

ednut1:
Later some people will say Yorubas dont want other sea ports asides lagos. Hmmm

Putindbutt:
This same week, starting with Akwa-Ibom, Tinubu granted final approval for Ibom Air to begin international flight and upgrade of Atta airport into an international airport. Following up with the approval of the rehabilitation of the long abandoned Bakassi deep seaport in the neighbouring Cross Rivers state.
Let me remind you that this did not just happen by chance, Tinubu made these campaign promises in 2023 when he visited Calabar and other SS states.
I pity wailers and Bitter Obidients, these people lied against the President that he had no plan to develop other seaports apart from Lagos. They were circulating these lies and propaganda on social media including their " finishing specialist" who was also repeating such lies.
I pity wailers and Bitter Obidients, I really pity you guys, how many times have you predicted the downfall of Jagaban and how many times have you failed. I pity the condition of your hearts in 2027, Tinubu will continue to increase your high blood pressure.

ednut1:
Later some people will say Yorubas dont want other sea ports asides lagos. Hmmm

pheely40:
No be to present certificate, na to implement. Your principal is conning all those who agree to be gullible. Besides, must you open your gutter to say rubbish always. Good riddance!!!! Mtcheww.

adicius:
Some people on hearing this news 🤣😂🤣

Eriokanmi:
Election baits loading ..all of you outsiders who had a hand in his election in 2023 must have a taste of his propaganda and empty promises. Since 1999, tinubu and through his boys had been promising us the 4th mainland bridge and a state-owned airport. Sanwoolu used these baits to campaign vigorously, even displayed the projects in a presentation in 3D on lagos telly. Last year when seun interviewed him and he mentioned those projects to him, why they've not kicked off yet. He said seun,, there'd no money and sein laughed hysterically amd we understood the message.

If you allow Tinubu to get you with his lies, e ti rogo

jamafa:
Keep wailing e go be like JuJu for your eyes

Tjra:
Not all Obidients are Igbos.

The few online wailers doesn't represent an entire tribe.