Peter Obi Criticizes $1 Billion Lagos Port Project, Calls for Regional Development
Former Governor Peter Obi criticized the $1 billion Lagos Port project, calling for the federal government to invest in developing ports in other regions like Warri, Port Harcourt, and Calabar to enhance productivity, drive trade, create jobs, and lift millions out of poverty. He condemned the excessive focus on infrastructure in Lagos, highlighting the need for a more balanced approach to port development across the country.
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