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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved commercial oil drilling at Tongeji Island in Ogun State, marking the state's entry into oil production, as announced by Governor Dapo Abiodun. Additionally, the launch of the Olokola Deep Seaport project, now the Blue Marine Economic Zone, aims to alleviate congestion at Lagos ports and boost economic opportunities for coastal communities. The Nigerian Navy has established a Forward Operations Base at Tongeji Island to enhance security in the region.