Dangote to Build Nigeria’s Largest Deep Seaport in Ogun State.

Dangote to Build Nigeria’s Largest Deep Seaport in Ogun State.

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Aliko Dangote, 68, Africa’s richest man, is making waves with a game-changing proposal to build Nigeria’s largest deep seaport in Olokola, Ogun State.

So what’s all the buzz about?

A deep seaport is designed to handle massive ships that carry tons of cargo—think fertilizer, petrochemicals, and even liquefied natural gas (LNG).

The new port will sit just 100km from Dangote’s mega industrial complex in Lagos, connecting Nigeria’s exports directly to global markets.

Why it’s a big deal:

Boosts Nigeria’s export power

Cuts transport costs and shipping delays

Sparks jobs and infrastructure growth

Gives West Africa a strategic new logistics hub.

Now that paperwork is in, analysts and economists are weighing in—many say this project could be a turning point for Nigeria’s economy

Footage / Aliko Dangote / IG

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