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Oyo State reaffirms commitment to Moniya Inland Dry Port project for economic transformation
via Punch Nigeria1 hour ago2 min read
The Oyo State Government has reiterated its dedication to the Moniya Inland Dry Port project, following a review and validation meeting on its implementation strategy. The government views the project as a key driver for economic transformation and regional trade expansion. A statement from the Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, indicated that the meeting included stakeholders from public and private sectors, development partners, and federal regulatory agencies. The focus was on validating the consultant's final report and integrating stakeholder input. The Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Musibau Babatunde, representing Governor Seyi Makinde, thanked stakeholders and the consultant, DewLands International Company Limited, highlighting the port's potential to create jobs, decongest seaports, and position Oyo State as a logistics hub. He emphasized that the project aligns with state and national development priorities. The Commissioner for Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Mr Akin-Funmilayo Williams, noted collaboration with federal agencies, including the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, led by Minister Adegboyega Oyetola. Mr Oyinloye Meshack, Director of Maritime Services at the ministry, described the project as transformative for trade facilitation and regional connectivity, urging continued commitment. He explained that the inland dry port would alleviate congestion at Lagos seaports by serving as an inland extension linked by roa
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