The Federal Government of Nigeria is undertaking significant port infrastructure projects aimed at bolstering economic growth and job creation.
These initiatives are expected to generate substantial employment opportunities, with projections indicating the creation of over 20,000 jobs.
One of the key projects contributing to this employment surge is the Gateway Inland Dry Port in Ogun State. According to Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Gboyega Oyetola, this facility is poised to create 5,000 direct jobs and an additional 15,000 indirect jobs, serving as a model for other inland dry ports nationwide.
In Lagos State, the Badagry Deep Seaport project is another major undertaking with significant economic implications.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has highlighted that this $2.9 billion project is expected to generate over $53 billion in revenue throughout its concession period and create approximately 250,000 jobs.
These strategic investments in port infrastructure are designed to enhance Nigeria’s maritime capabilities, reduce congestion at existing ports, and position the country as a pivotal maritime hub in West Africa.
The anticipated job creation from these projects underscores the government’s commitment to leveraging the maritime sector as a catalyst for economic development and employment generation.