The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has defended the Federal Government’s $1 billion investment in the Lagos ports, describing it as a strategic component of Nigeria’s national infrastructure development plan.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, the party’s spokesperson, Mr. Seye Oladejo, said the project was part of a broader initiative aimed at positioning the country as the leading maritime hub in West Africa.
Oladejo criticised opposition parties for misrepresenting the project, calling their comments unfounded and lacking an understanding of Nigeria’s economic priorities.
He explained that the investment was not exclusive to Lagos but formed part of President Bola Tinubu’s nationwide Renewed Hope Agenda, attracting major foreign investors such as China Harbour Engineering Company and Singapore’s Tolaram Group.
According to him, the administration has also embarked on several projects across other ports, including Onne, Calabar, Port Harcourt, and Warri, to enhance efficiency and capacity.
Oladejo noted that the government is upgrading port facilities, dredging channels, improving digital infrastructure, and expanding rail connectivity to promote smooth cargo movement and trade competitiveness.
He added that the $1 billion Lagos Port project would create jobs, attract foreign investment, and improve Nigeria’s export capacity by addressing long-standing inefficiencies in port operations.
Oladejo reaffirmed that the Tinubu administration’s infrastructure drive remains inclusive and nationwide, emphasizing that its goal is to deliver sustainable economic growth across all regions.
He said the APC government would stay committed to building a functional and competitive Nigeria through coordinated, data-driven, and result-oriented governance.