by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to create the Ministry for Marine and Blue Economy and subsequently choosing a House of Representatives Member, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, as the Minister of the newly created Ministry.
Ugochinyere, in a statement on Friday, said the President made the right choice as the new ministry, which is long overdue, will unlock new economic potentials. The lawmaker, who represents Ideato North/South Federal Constituency of Imo State, said that there were new opportunities around Nigeria, and they included exploring the concept of blue economy.
He said, “The blue economy is the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, improved livelihoods, and jobs while preserving the health of the ocean ecosystem. This ministry is long overdue in the face of our dwindling economic fortunes and, more importantly, to support the diversification of the economy.
“I commend the President for choosing Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo as the Minister of this newly created ministry. I believe with his wealth of experience in the private and public sector, he will unlock the new economic potentials that lie in the sector.”