Ministry of Marine Denies Neglecting Ports Outside Lagos, Counters Peter Obi's Claims
The Ministry of Marine disputes Peter Obi's allegations of neglecting ports outside Lagos, stating that the federal government is committed to modernizing ports across the country. Peter Obi criticized the excessive focus on Lagos infrastructure, urging development in other regions like Warri, Port Harcourt, and Calabar.
Ministry spokesperson Adegboyega Oyetola and Bolaji Akinola defended the government's actions, highlighting plans to upgrade ports beyond Lagos to enhance national maritime operations.
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