The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has expressed Nigeria’s desire to strengthen maritime collaboration with the Gambia to enhance regional security and economic growth.
In a statement over the weekend by the Head of Public Relations at the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, Osagie Edward, the minister made this declaration at the Fourth Blue Economy Conference in Banjul, Gambia.
Represented by the Director-General of NIMASA, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, Oyetola emphasised Nigeria’s commitment to expanding its maritime security infrastructure beyond its territorial waters.
He revealed that discussions are ongoing regarding the potential extension of the Deep Blue Project’s operations to cover a wider area within the Gulf of Guinea.
According to him, Nigeria remains committed to being a stabilising force, fostering cooperation, and promoting sustainable development through the blue economy.
