The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has promised to end Nigeria’s dependence on imported fish by boosting local production.
The minister made the promise at a high-level consultative meeting with fisheries cooperative groups yesterday in Abuja.
He outlined his ministry’s bold vision of transforming the nation’s aquaculture sector into a powerhouse of food security, employment, and export competitiveness.
The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s fisheries and aquaculture subsectors through targeted policies, technical assistance, and financial inclusion programs.
Speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting organized by the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, Minister Adegboyega Oyetola emphasized ongoing efforts to boost sectoral participation, especially among women and youth. He announced new grants and empowerment schemes aimed at expanding operations and driving sustainable growth.
The event brought together key industry players, including the Fisheries Cooperative Federation of Nigeria (FCFN), Tilapia Aquaculture Developers Association of Nigeria (TADAN), Catfish Farmers Association of Nigeria (CAFAN), Women in Fish Farming and Aquaculture, and the Practicing Farmers Association of Nigeria.
Oyetola affirmed that these initiatives are aligned with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritizes youth empowerment and economic diversification.
