The Federal Government has announced plans to host the Blue Economy Investment Summit 2026 as part of efforts to expand opportunities in the maritime sector and drive sustainable economic growth.
According to a statement by the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Media Centre, the summit is aimed at unlocking investments, boosting innovation, and creating jobs beyond the oil sector.
The event, themed “Shifting Gears: Heading to a New Frontier in Maritime Economy,” will bring together industry leaders, investors, and key stakeholders to discuss policies, infrastructure, and partnerships needed to advance the blue economy.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is expected to attend as Special Guest of Honour, while the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, will serve as Chief Host.
The summit is scheduled to hold from April 9 to April 11, 2026, at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre, Abuja, starting at 9:00am daily.
Organisers said the gathering would provide a platform for collaboration and strategic discussions aimed at positioning Nigeria as a major player in the global maritime economy.
Interested participants can register via: https://www.blueeconomyinvestmentsummit.org/registration.
