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Nigeria’s Marine and Blue Economy Sector Charts New Course

by Victoria Ogbadu
May 14, 2025
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In a bold step toward transforming Nigeria’s marine and blue economy into a cornerstone of national development, Minister of Marine and Blue Economy Adegboyega Oyetola, on Tuesday, formalized performance bonds with heads of agencies under his ministry.

The signing, which took place during a high-level sectoral retreat in Abuja, marks a pivotal moment in the government’s push to harness the vast potential of Nigeria’s maritime and aquatic resources.

The initiative is anchored in the newly approved National Policy on Marine and Blue Economy, a blueprint designed to drive sustainable growth, enhance trade, and create jobs.

The retreat, attended by top officials, agency heads, and stakeholders, was more than a ceremonial gathering—it was a strategic pivot toward actionable outcomes. Minister Oyetola, a seasoned administrator and former governor of Osun State, set the tone with a clarion call for urgency and accountability.

This retreat is a strategic moment to align our objectives and deliver tangible results, he declared, emphasizing the need to move beyond policy rhetoric to measurable programs that directly impact Nigeria’s economy. His words resonated in a sector long seen as underutilized despite Nigeria’s 853-kilometer coastline and extensive inland waterways, which hold immense potential for trade, fisheries, and tourism.

The signing of performance bonds was the retreat’s defining moment, signaling a shift from promises to accountability. By formalizing these agreements, Oyetola and agency heads—including those from the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), and others—committed to specific, time-bound targets.

These bonds are not mere formalities; they are enforceable contracts designed to ensure that agencies deliver on their mandates, with progress tracked against key performance indicators (KPIs). This move aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s broader agenda of fostering transparency and efficiency across government institutions.

Permanent Secretary Olufemi Oloruntola reinforced the minister’s vision, describing the retreat as a “platform for reflection and realignment.” He stressed the importance of interagency collaboration, noting that the sector’s success hinges on seamless coordination.

We cannot afford to work in silos, Oloruntola said. “Our goals are interconnected, and our outcomes must be measurable.” His remarks highlighted the need for synergy among agencies to tackle longstanding challenges like bureaucratic delays and overlapping mandates.

The retreat’s outcomes also have regional implications. As a maritime hub in West Africa, Nigeria’s port efficiency and security measures directly impact trade flows for landlocked neighbors like Niger and Chad.

By modernizing infrastructure and curbing maritime crime, Nigeria could solidify its position as a gateway to the region, attracting foreign investment and boosting intra-African trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
Minister Oyetola’s leadership, backed by a clear policy framework and enforceable commitments, has set a new tone for the marine and blue economy sector.

The signing of performance bonds is not just a bureaucratic exercise; it is a unified pledge to unlock Nigeria’s maritime potential and deliver prosperity for its people.

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