Original Research Article

AFRICAN CONTINENTAL FREE TRADE AREA (AFCFTA): CATALYST TO NIGERIAN SEA PORTS GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

ISSN 2979-8582  ·  Article No. 017

Oladipo Alaka Praise Ogabi

Publication Details

Publication Date
10/07/2026
Volume / Issue
Vol 1, Issue 2 (2026)
Article No.
017
Journal
British Journal of Contemporary Research
Received
20 Jun 2026
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Affiliations

Oladipo Alaka: Lagos State University Department of Jurisprudence and International Law, Nigeria

Praise Ogabi: Lagos State University Department of Jurisprudence and International Law

Abstract

This paper examines the current state of Nigerian seaports, identifies the challenges inhibiting their optimal performance, and explores the numerous untapped opportunities that can be harnessed through AfCFTA. It argues that with the right reforms and investment strategies, Nigeria can leverage its port infrastructure to dominate intra-African trade and catalyze inclusive economic growth across the continent.

Keywords

AfCFTA Infrastructure Maritime Growth Development Ports Import Export.

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CC BY 4.0

This article is published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License . Free to read, share, and adapt with attribution.

Cite This Article

Oladipo Alaka, Praise Ogabi (2026). AFRICAN CONTINENTAL FREE TRADE AREA (AFCFTA): CATALYST TO NIGERIAN SEA PORTS GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT . British Journal of Contemporary Research, 1(2), Article 017.
Oladipo Alaka. “AFRICAN CONTINENTAL FREE TRADE AREA (AFCFTA): CATALYST TO NIGERIAN SEA PORTS GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT .” British Journal of Contemporary Research, vol. 1, no. 2, 2026.
Oladipo Alaka. “AFRICAN CONTINENTAL FREE TRADE AREA (AFCFTA): CATALYST TO NIGERIAN SEA PORTS GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT .” British Journal of Contemporary Research 1, no. 2.

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ISSN 2979-8582
Tracking ID BEX_JUN_26_083

British Journal of Contemporary Research

Open Access · Peer Reviewed · Published by Bexford Publishing Ltd

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