Maritime Ports Development: Challenges Of Corruption And Unlocking The Potentials Of Nigeria Sustainable Blue Economy
1. Oladipupo Alaka, Ph.D, 2. Praise Eniola Ogabi, LL.B, B.L, LL.M
Volume 6, Issue 1, April 2026
The maritime sector is significant for the economic and sustainable development of Nigeria. This paper seeks to provide comprehensive analysis of the nexus between marine blue economy, ports development and sustainable maritime growth in Nigeria. The paper examines further, the impact of pervasive corruption in Nigeria maritime domain. The paper further explores the effectiveness of the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) code on ports, insecurity in Nigeria and identifying key threats such as smuggling, human trafficking, stowaways and port criminality. The findings and recommendations presented will advance and contribute to the realisation of efficient port operations, sustainable maritime development and sustainable maritime blue economic growth.