The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has stated that offshore investments in the country must deliver jobs and industrial growth for Nigerians. The commission made the remarks in Abuja, according to ThisDay Live. The report also noted that NLNG's maritime unit has trained 700 seafarers and produced 272 cadets, while the Maritime Centre of Excellence (MCOE) plans to make international maritime certifications available locally.

The National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) in Nigeria has launched a comprehensive clean-up program to address pollution in inland waterways, improve navigational safety, and stimulate investment in the blue economy. Parts Central Limited has been tasked with driving this initiative, which aims to unlock the economic potential of the country's waterways.

The Nigerian Ports Authority has announced that 27 vessels are expected to arrive at three major Lagos ports over a two-week period. According to the authority's Daily Shipping Position released on Monday, the vessels will berth at the Apapa, Lekki Deep Sea and Tin Can Island Ports between September 7 and September 20. The announcement outlines scheduled shipping traffic for the country's busiest port cluster during that window.

Aliko Dangote has expressed support for strategic investments in Nigeria's blue economy, forecasting the creation of over 500,000 jobs and a reduction in imports. This initiative aims to enhance the country's economic landscape by leveraging marine resources.

According to Captain Ladi Olubowale, the former President of the Shipowners Association, Nigerian seafarers are essential national assets that play a critical role in the country's economic growth. He emphasizes their importance in enhancing the maritime sector and contributing to overall development.

Nigeria's Federal Government and APM Terminals have signed a Memorandum of Understanding for the development of the proposed Badagry Deep-Seaport. According to Tribune Online, Minister of Marine and Blue Economy Adegboyega Oyetola led a government delegation to Denmark to strengthen maritime cooperation and attract further investment into Nigeria's port infrastructure. The agreement was announced in a statement released on Tuesday.