Osinbajo Wants African Countries To Explore Seabed Minerals

The federal government has tasked African states to evolve strategies for the sustainable exploration of Africa’s Seabed.

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, said this yesterday, in Abuja, at the 4th edition of Africa’s Deep Seabed Resources, ADSR, Sub-Regional Workshop on the imperative of supporting Africa’s Blue Economy.

The event was organized by the International Seabed Authority, ISA, in collaboration with the National Boundary Commission, Federal Ministry of Transport and Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, the Nigerian Navy and other MDAs.

Osinbajo particularly tasked nations of Africa to prioritize strategies for the sustainable development of Africa’s blue economy.

Osinbajo, represented by the Minister of State for Transportation, Prince Ademola Adegoroye, called for concerted efforts to make Seabed a priority.

He said: “There is a need for Nigeria and indeed Africa’s industrious stakeholders, relevant organizations and private entities and NGOs to synergize efforts towards enhancing decision making in Maritime domain.

“It is my firm belief that this workshop will engender thought-provoking discussions and provide Implementable decisions as well reawaken the consciousness of African states towards evolving strategies for the sustainable development of Africa Seabed.

“I welcome you all to Nigeria and I implore you to use the numerous tourism potentials and hospitable culture of our country.”

Osinbajo Wants African Countries To Explore Seabed Minerals

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