He said that the revitalised sector was now contributing significantly to economic growth.
Mr Yu disclosed this at the first Annual China–Nigeria Government Exchange Programme Alumni Reunion Gala on Friday in Abuja.
Mr Oyetola called on maritime stakeholders to safeguard the opportunities of the ocean for the benefit of future generations.
President Bola Tinubu has signed the instruments of accession for six Conventions of the International Maritime Organisation.
Ms Ibrahim said that the committee would investigate all cases of project abandonment.
The search and rescue team would network with other national emergency agencies during SOS operations.
