23 h. ago Marine and Blue Economy set to replace oil as major revenue earner — Oyetola

Tribune Online Marine and Blue Economy set to replace oil as major revenue earner — Oyetola The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, on Friday declared that Nigeria’s marine and blue economy sector is being strategically repositioned... Marine and Blue Economy set to replace oil as major revenue earner — Oyetola Tribune Online

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64 h. ago Oyetola urges innovative financing to drive Marine and Blue Economy

Tribune Online Oyetola urges innovative financing to drive Marine and Blue Economy THE Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has declared that finance remains the decisive factor in transforming Nigeria’s bold new vision for its marine and blue economy into tangible impact, stressing that without sustainable investment, the country risks leaving its vast marine resources underutilised. Oyetola recently made this call in Lagos at […] Oyetola urges innovative financing to drive Marine and Blue Economy Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Unity, Consistency Key For APC’s Success In Osun In 2026 Election – Oyetola

  Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has reaffirmed the All Progressives Congress’ (APC) readiness to reclaim power in Osun State in the 2026 governorship election. Oyetola made the declaration during a special prayer session held on Monday, in Iragbiji to mark his 71st birthday. During the event, the former Osun State Governor […] The post Unity, Consistency Key For APC’s Success In Osun In 2026 Election – Oyetola appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Pollution, Climate Change, Neglect Pose Risks To Ocean Sustainability – Oyetola

The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has identified pollution, overfishing, climate change and neglect as mounting threats to the sustainability of the Ocean. Speaking at the 2025 World Maritime Day celebration titled “Our Ocean, Our Obligation, Our Opportunity,” organised by the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy in Lagos, the Minister urged […]

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9 d. ago Transport, Blue Economy Ministers Unveil Infrastructure Push At Summit

The minister of Transportation, Senator Sa’idu Ahmed Alkali, and his Marine and Blue Economy counterpart, Adegboyega Oyetola have reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to transforming the country’s transport and Marine sectors through massive infrastructure investment, manpower development, and policy reforms. Speaking at the 2025 Nigeria Transport Sector Summit organised by the Transport Correspondents Association of […]

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9 d. ago Chronicles of Nigeria’s IMO campaigns and why stakes are high

Tribune Online Chronicles of Nigeria’s IMO campaigns and why stakes are high In recent time, the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy has left no stone unturned in its quest to ensure the country returns to the elite group of countries represented on the Council seats of the IMO. In this report, TOLA ADENUBI chronicles Nigeria’s campaign efforts and why she cannot afford to fail. Excerpts: […] Chronicles of Nigeria’s IMO campaigns and why stakes are high Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Alkali, Oyetola unveil bold infrastructure push at 2025 Nigeria Transport Summit

Tribune Online Alkali, Oyetola unveil bold infrastructure push at 2025 Nigeria Transport Summit The Minister of Transportation, Senator Sa'idu Ahmed Alkali, and his Marine and Blue Economy counterpart, Adegboyega Oyetola, have Alkali, Oyetola unveil bold infrastructure push at 2025 Nigeria Transport Summit Tribune Online

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2 w. ago LISW: Oyetola woos global investors to Nigeria’s Marine and Blue Economy

From Idu Jude Abuja The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has called on international investors to seize the vast opportunities in Nigeria’s marine and blue economy, describing the sector as a gateway to Africa’s economic transformation. Speaking on Thursday at the Africa Maritime and Shipping Assembly, held at the headquarters of the […] The post LISW: Oyetola woos global investors to Nigeria’s Marine and Blue Economy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago FG unveils data mapping report on abounding opportunities in creative sector

Tribune Online FG unveils data mapping report on abounding opportunities in creative sector The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy on Thursday published the Creative Economy Data Mapping Report, a landmark study that provides a comprehensive overview of opportunities across Nigeria’s creative economy value chain. The report was unveiled at the Creative Industries Economic Coordination and Investment Summit organised by the British Council in […] FG unveils data mapping report on abounding opportunities in creative sector Tribune Online

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2 w. ago FG Pays ₦330bn Cash Transfers To Support Poor Nigerians — Wale Edun

The Federal Government of Nigeria has disbursed a total of N330 billion in cash transfers to poor and vulnerable citizens through the National Social Safety-net Coordinating Office (NASSCO). This was disclosed by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, during a press briefing in Abuja on Monday. According to […] The post FG Pays ₦330bn Cash Transfers To Support Poor Nigerians — Wale Edun appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Edun call for prudent use of resources as FAAC disbursement jumps to N2.2trn

Wale Edun, minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, has called for a prudent management of public resources, read more Edun call for prudent use of resources as FAAC disbursement jumps to N2.2trn

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2 w. ago Federal, State, Local Governments Share N2.22trn August Revenue

The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC), at its September 2025 meeting chaired by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, shared a total sum of N2.225 trillion to the three tiers of government as federation allocation for the month of August 2025 from a gross total of N3.635 trillion. […]

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2 w. ago FG disburses benefits to 8.1m households under NSIP, targets 15m by December

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Federal Government has said that over 8.1 million households have so far benefited from its National Social Investment Programme (NSIP), representing a 54 per cent coverage rate as of August 2025. The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, who disclosed this at a press briefing […] The post FG disburses benefits to 8.1m households under NSIP, targets 15m by December appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Airline operators commend Tinubu, Edun  for suspending 4% FOB levy on imports

Nigerian airline operators have praised President Bola Tinubu and Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, for the prompt suspension of the proposed 4% Free on Board fee on imports. In a statement released by its President, Abdulmunaf Sarina, and made accessible to Daily Sun on Tuesday, the suspension was described […] The post Airline operators commend Tinubu, Edun  for suspending 4% FOB levy on imports appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago IMO Council election: Oyetola in New York, courts African UN envoys

From Idu Jude, Abuja In a bid to strengthen Nigeria’s readiness to clinch Category C of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has taken the campaign to New York, United States of America. Oyetola, on behalf of the Nigerian government, formally addressed Permanent Representatives of African nations […] The post IMO Council election: Oyetola in New York, courts African UN envoys appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Musawa promises to revise NTDA, NIHOTOUR Acts for industry benefit

Tribune Online Musawa promises to revise NTDA, NIHOTOUR Acts for industry benefit •As stakeholders push for inclusive growth The Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, has announced plans to review the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA) Act of 2022 as well as the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR) Act to strategically benefits the industry’s stakeholders. This initiative stems from a […] Musawa promises to revise NTDA, NIHOTOUR Acts for industry benefit Tribune Online

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3 w. ago No plans for immediate implementation of 5% fuel surcharge — Edun

Tribune Online No plans for immediate implementation of 5% fuel surcharge — Edun The Federal Government has dismissed concerns that Nigerians will soon face an additional five per cent fuel surcharge, clarifying that there are no immediate plans to implement the provision contained in the recently passed 2025 Nigerian Tax Administration Act. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, gave this assurance on Tuesday […] No plans for immediate implementation of 5% fuel surcharge — Edun Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Tinubu’s shea nuts export ban in Nigeria’s interest – Minister

By John Ogunsemore Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris has said President Bola Tinubu’s recent temporary suspension of raw shea exports is a bold and strategic measure aimed at opening up the vast economic potential of Nigeria’s shea industry and positioning the country as a global leader in the shea economy. The minister […] The post Tinubu’s shea nuts export ban in Nigeria’s interest – Minister appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago 5% fuel surcharge not new tax, won’t take effect in 2026 –FG

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Federal Government has clarified that the controversial 5 per cent fuel surcharge contained in the newly signed Nigerian Tax Administration Act 2025 is not a new levy and will not take effect automatically in 2026. Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, who addressed journalists in […] The post 5% fuel surcharge not new tax, won’t take effect in 2026 –FG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago SWAGA restates support for Tinubu, dismisses calling on Edun to resign

Tribune Online SWAGA restates support for Tinubu, dismisses calling on Edun to resign Contrary to a report, the South West Agenda for Asiwaju (SWAGA) has dismissed claim that it demanded the resignation of the Minister of Finance and the coordinating Minister of the Economy Mr Wale Edun. It also restated its commitment and loyalty to the reform agenda of the administration of President Bola Tinubu. The clarification was […] SWAGA restates support for Tinubu, dismisses calling on Edun to resign Tribune Online

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