The Federal Government has approved a $1 billion modernisation project for the Lagos ports as part of ongoing efforts to overhaul the country’s maritime infrastructure and enhance logistics efficiency.
Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, disclosed this on Wednesday during the 2025 Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) Nigeria Conference held in Lagos. The event was themed “Enhancing Logistics and Transport for a Sustainable Blue Economy in Nigeria.”
Represented by the Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Abubakar Dantsoho, Oyetola said the Lagos port modernisation drive aims to upgrade infrastructure, improve cargo handling, and expand capacity to meet global standards.
“We are working closely with all stakeholders to achieve a paperless, technology-driven port environment that enhances efficiency, reduces turnaround time, and curbs corruption,” Oyetola said.
He added that beyond Lagos, the procurement process has begun for similar modernisation projects at other seaports across Nigeria, ensuring balanced development and improved performance at all maritime gateways.
“The Federal Government has approved a one billion US dollar modernisation project for the Lagos ports, a landmark initiative designed to upgrade infrastructure, improve cargo handling, and expand capacity. In addition, procurement has commenced for similar projects outside Lagos,” he said.
Oyetola explained that these initiatives reflect the Tinubu administration’s determination to boost logistics performance, strengthen competitiveness, and position Nigeria as a preferred maritime trade hub in West Africa.
The minister also highlighted the success of the Deep Blue Project, noting that the initiative had helped Nigeria maintain zero piracy incidents in its waters for the past three years.
“Since the inception of the Ministry, we have focused on strategic reform and institutional strengthening. With the Deep Blue Project and other interventions, we are safeguarding our maritime domain to encourage investment and reduce the cost of doing business,” he added.
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