Nigeria’s Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with AD Ports Group, developers and regulator of ports and logistics infrastructure based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE).
The MoU was signed by Adegboyega Oyetola, Nigeria’s blue economy minister and Mohamed Al Shamisi, managing director of AD Ports Group on the sidelines of the recently concluded Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week held from January 11 to 15 2026.
“By partnering with an internationally experienced group such as AD Ports Group, we aim to explore opportunities that can strengthen port efficiency, logistics connectivity, maritime services, and digital trade infrastructure,” the minister said.
He said the partnership could help the ministry achieve some of the infrastructure goals included in its 10-year agenda.
“AD Ports Group brings international expertise across integrated ports, logistics, maritime services, and digital trade solutions,” Al Shamisi said, assuring that the MoU reflects a “shared ambition to explore long-term, sustainable development opportunities that support Nigeria’s economic growth, trade competitiveness, and job creation.”
The Group continues to expand its presence across Africa, with existing trade investments in Egypt, Tanzania, Angola, and the Republic of the Congo.
Al Shamisi said Nigeria, as a “cornerstone of Africa’s maritime and trade landscape, with significant potential across the ports and logistics sectors,” makes it a viable destinable for investment.
