The government said the intervention was also to ensure environmental safety and sustainable urban development across the state.
Mr Musa noted that maritime tourism generated $80 billion and 24 million jobs in 2018.
Mr Oyetola explained that the jackets would improve safety for those relying on the Benue, Donga, and Taraba rivers for travel and trade.
Mr Balogun said the revenue contribution, which stood at 0.8 per cent in 2021, rose to 0.11 per cent in August 2024.
She warned the residents to desist from such unwholesome acts that could trigger environmental degradation.
Federal government will receive $750,000 to improve inland waterways from the Nigeria Export-Import Bank and African Export-Import Bank.
