Following President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s approval for commercial oil drilling to begin at Eba in the Ogun Waterside region, Ogun State is on track to join the group of oil-producing states.
Gov . Rear Admiral Abubakar Abdullahi Mustapha, the flag officer commanding Western Naval Command, made the announcement on Thursday during a courtesy visit to the State House in Abeokuta.
The governor’s chief press secretary, Lekan Adeniran, emailed to Persecondnews in a dual breakthrough for the state, further revealing that the president has approved the immediate launch of the awaited Olokola Deep Seaport.
The president’s personal priorities are both projects, according to Abiodun, who noted that while the seaport will provide a critical alternative to the state’s coastal residents’ congested ports, the drilling operations at Eba will promote economic inclusion and empowerment.
You will start to see a lot of activity there, the governor said, “Let me share with you that Mr. President has approved the opening of commercial oil drilling operations at Eba and Ogun Waterside.”
“Our proposed Olokola Port, which has been in the works for a while, is now back on the table. Because this is only his idea, I want to express my sincere gratitude to the President.
Mr. President has unwaveringly expressed his desire for the port to become a reality during the past two weeks alone, he continued.
President Tinubu specifically instructed that the port’s construction should be significantly advanced between now and the following year, according to Abiodun.
He claimed that the project offers a significant opportunity to decongest Lagos ports, particularly since the coastal road is currently a viable logistics corridor.
The new seaport’s designation, which reflects its strategic location along the coast and enormous economic and commercial potential, is further disclosed by him.
The governor applauded the Nigerian Navy for establishing a Forward Operations Base on Tongeji Island, noting that the naval presence would stop infiltration from the neighboring Benin Republic and stop any attempts to undermine Nigeria’s territorial integrity.
He also made it known that his administration is working to improve living conditions and promote new economic activities for island residents.
Abiodun praised the Nigerian Navy’s role in the state’s security architecture, noting that Ogun State’s relative tranquility has been maintained through cooperation between security organizations.
Under his leadership, the governor expressed confidence in Ogun State’s ability to achieve greater security and advancement, describing Rear Admiral Mustapha as a seasoned and accomplished officer.
We’re pleased that someone with your history, education, background, training, and experience is currently in this position. The governor claimed that you are a round peg in a round hole.
Due to the area’s significant oil potential, Mustapha stated that Ogun State was crucial and strategic to Nigeria’s national security and that it would become a Forward Operations Base.
He claimed that the Ogun State Government and the Nigerian Navy’s synergy were being strengthened during the visit.
