The Nigerian Navy again demonstrated its rapid response and life-saving prowess by rescuing 10 crew members from the distressed vessel MV SEMA III, en route from Malabo, Equatorial Guinea to Calabar. This daring operation, carried out by Forward Operating Base IBAKA personnel, followed a distress call received around 8:00 PM on November 7, 2025.
Upon arrival, the navy team found the vessel taking in water and promptly evacuated the occupants—one Cameroonian, one Equatorial Guinean, and eight Nigerians. The rescued crew were safely taken to FOB IBAKA for care and debriefing.
The Master of MV SEMA III expressed deep gratitude for the Nigerian Navy’s exceptional professionalism and timely intervention. This successful rescue highlights the Nigerian Navy’s ongoing commitment to maritime safety, protection of national assets, and lawful economic activities in Nigeria’s waters.
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