NIGERIA TO LEAD REGIONAL BLUE ECONOMY POLICY
In an effort to strengthen maritime security, sustainable ocean governance and economic cooperation among member states, The Gulf of Guinea Commission (GGC) has appointed Nigeria’s Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, to lead the development of a comprehensive regional Policy on Marine and Blue Economy.
The Deputy Executive Secretary of the GGC, Ambassador Obinna Agbugba, who spoke on behalf of the Commission’s Executive Secretary, José Mba Abeso, at a meeting in Abuja, commended the Minister for pioneering Nigeria’s landmark Marine and Blue Economy Policy, noting that the country's Nigeria’s had provided an important foundation for the Commission’s regional ambition.
Oyetola in a statement, expressed appreciation to the Commission for the confidence reposed in him, describing the assignment as an opportunity to advance regional cooperation and promote the sustainable use of shared marine resources.
To ensure effective coordination and broad-based participation, the Minister proposed the establishment of a Steering Committee to guide policy development and coordinate stakeholder engagement.
The proposed policy is expected to provide a common strategic direction for the region, translating commitments to cooperation into coordinated action to protect marine resources, strengthen maritime security and unlock the Gulf of Guinea’s blue economy potential.
