Bayelsa Lists Benefits of Proposed Maritime AcademyThe African ExaminerBayelsa State government says the proposed Maritime Academy will generate foreign exchange earnings for the country and boost the state internally generated revenue. Noting the economic benefits of the Academy not only to the state but the entire country as a whole, the Federal Government gave its support. Other benefits as listed by the Commissioner includes; employment opportunities and foreign exchange earnings. According to him, Bayelsa youths will receive training in the school to enable the State dominate the profession Sea Farers and other maritime specialists to the maritime Industry in Nigeria, West Africa and participate actively in the International Maritime arena. Daniel Iworiso-MarksonChief Press Secretary to the Governor of Bayelsa State