Dangote Industries Limited has commenced preliminary processes for the development of a 10,000-hectare deep seaport at the Olokola Free Trade Zone in Ogun State, as part of its broader expansion into maritime infrastructure, logistics and export-driven industrialisation.
The company disclosed in a statement that the multi-billion-dollar project forms a key part of its Vision 2030 strategy aimed at positioning the group as a globally recognised industrial and manufacturing powerhouse.
The proposed seaport, located in Ogun Waterside Local Government Area and extending toward Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State along the Atlantic coastline, is expected to serve as a major logistics hub for exports, imports and regional trade.
What they are saying
A delegation from Dangote Industries Limited, led by Managing Director of Infrastructure and Logistics, Capt. Jamil Abubakar, visited host communities in Ogun and Ondo states to begin stakeholder engagements ahead of project execution.
- “The Olokola Port project is a major step in opening up Nigeria’s economic potential, strengthening trade, reducing pressure on existing ports and supporting industrial growth. It will create real opportunities for host communities through jobs, business activities and long-term developments across both Ogun and Ondo states,” Abubakar said.
- “With its strategic location, Olokola would serve as a key gateway for exports and imports, boosting Nigeria’s competitiveness in regional and global trade. This project reflects our commitment to building infrastructure that benefits both the people and the economy at large.”
Abubakar added that the deep seaport is being designed as a logistics gateway for an integrated industrial ecosystem capable of supporting Africa’s regional commerce and supply chain network.
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The proposed seaport, the statement stated, is expected to support several industrial and export-related operations across multiple sectors.
- The facility will support exports of fertilisers, petrochemicals and refined petroleum products.
- The port is also expected to facilitate future liquefied natural gas exports and the importation of heavy industrial equipment.
- Company officials said the project would maintain continuous engagement with host communities throughout implementation.
As part of the preliminary activities, the Dangote delegation, accompanied by surveyors and environmental consultants, visited several host communities in Ogun and Ondo states.
- The team visited Ode-Omi community in Ogun State, as well as Araromi Seaside Kingdom and Igbokoda in Ondo State.
- The Lenuwa of Ode-Omi, Oba Folailu Adekunle Hassan (Oshotekun II), welcomed the project and approved the commencement of surveys and household enumeration.
- The Alara of Araromi Seaside Kingdom, Oba Adeoloye Olawole, also pledged support for the project during engagements with the delegation.
The delegation additionally visited the Nigerian Navy Forward Operating Base in Igbokoda, where military officials expressed support for the proposed development.
What you should know
Nairametrics earlier reported that Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, called for more local investments to attract foreign capital in Nigeria.
Earlier in February, the Dangote Group also signed a $400 million agreement with XCMG Construction Machinery to accelerate ongoing construction and expansion activities tied to the refinery project.
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