‘ Benin River Port will enhance diversification’

EState Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has said the development of Benin River Port will guarantee diversification of the nation’s economy from oil to non- oil activities such as agriculture and agro- allied businesses, placing the country on the path to sustainable economic growth.

Obaseki, who stated this while briefing journalists in Benin City, said the project would facilitate the export of agricultural produce, thereby boosting export earnings and stimulating economic growth and development.

He said the port, upon completion, would decongest traffic in Lagos port and facilitate the distribution of goods produced in Edo to other parts of the country.