(DDM) – The Federal Government’s drive to transform Nigeria into a maritime and logistics hub has received a significant boost following the official handover of the Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) for 90 hectares of land by the Oyo State Government for the development of the Moniya Inland Dry Port.
Moniya Inland Dry Port, a crucial logistics and cargo hub, serves the western region of Nigeria, providing an essential connection between local industries and international trade routes.
Opening new avenues for business, this dry port is strategically positioned in Ibadan, Oyo State, facilitating efficient transport and distribution of goods.
With its state-of-the-art facilities and infrastructure, the Moniya Inland Dry Port is designed to handle a variety of cargo, from agricultural products to manufactured goods, ensuring smooth and speedy operations.
This development not only contributes significantly to the growth of the local economy but also enhances Nigeria’s position in global trade.
The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, Olufemi Oloruntola, who received the documents on behalf of the Federal Government, described the gesture as a strong demonstration of partnership and shared vision between the Federal and State Governments aimed at expanding economic opportunities through modern trade infrastructure.
According to Diaspora Digital Media (DDM) findings, the Moniya Inland Dry Port is envisioned to decongest seaports, attract private investment, and enhance cargo movement efficiency across Nigeria’s South-West region.
Oloruntola, in a statement issued by the Ministry’s Director of Information and Public Relations, Anastasia Ogbonna, said the port will serve as a strategic national project designed to bring shipping services closer to importers and exporters, thereby stimulating industrialization and agricultural growth.
He added that the Federal Government’s marine and blue economy policy aligns with global trends to leverage inland logistics for regional trade and sustainable development.
Oyo State Deputy Governor, Abdul-Raheem Lawal, while handing over the C of O, appreciated the Federal Government’s commitment to infrastructural expansion and economic diversification.
Lawal reaffirmed the Oyo State Government’s dedication to ensuring the project’s success, noting that it will open up new business corridors, create jobs, and strengthen the state’s role in Nigeria’s trade network.
He emphasized that the inland dry port would not only serve as a gateway for goods but also transform Moniya and its environs into a thriving commercial hub for the South-West.
