Tag: #NigerianNavy
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NIGERIAN NAVY AT 70: CNS INAUGURATES BASE, HOUSING PROJECTS, FLAGS OFF NAVAL HOSPITAL
The Nigerian Navy has inaugurated a new Naval Base in Galadimawa, Abuja, as part of activities marking its 70th anniversary. The Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Adm. Idi Abbas, also inaugurated accommodation blocks, water supply systems, and electrification projects. He further flagged off the construction of a 200-bed Naval Hospital in Asokoro, designed to improve…
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NAVY PLEDGES EDUCATIONAL, HEALTH SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS IN CROSS RIVER
The Nigerian Navy says it is committed to the educational and health support of students in Cross River as part of its obligation to national development and human capacity building. Capt. David Odu, Command Education Officer, Eastern Naval Command (ENC), said this on Tuesday May 26 in Calabar, during an educational and medical outreach as…
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NAVY STRIKES HARD IN CALABAR: BOATS, ENGINES SEIZED AS MILITANTS FLEE
The Nigerian Navy has intensified its crackdown on militants and kidnappers in Cross River State, seizing boats and outboard engines in fresh operations across Calabar waterways. At Dayspring Island, troops—building on earlier raids—uncovered 10 hidden outboard engines stashed in bushes and buildings linked to suspected militants. In another push near Akpamfi creek, security forces advanced…
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NIGERIA, SOUTH AFRICA NAVIES HOLD FIRST-EVER STAFF TALKS TO BOOST MARITIME SECURITY
Two of Africa’s leading naval forces are teaming up to tackle piracy and strengthen security at sea. The Nigerian Navy and South African Navy have concluded their maiden Naval Staff Talks, aimed at deepening cooperation and enhancing maritime security across the continent. The talks, held from April 12 to 18 at Naval Base Simon’s Town…
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OIL THIEVES ON THE RUN: NAVY STRIKES ₦1BN+ CRUDE THEFT NETWORK IN RIVERS
From illegal refineries in the creeks to hidden oil pits, the Navy is turning up the heat on crude oil thieves in Rivers State. The Nigerian Navy has intensified its offensive against oil theft, shutting down illegal refining sites and recovering over 1.2 million litres of stolen petroleum products in Rivers State. According to Navy…
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NIGERIAN NAVY EYES PARTNERSHIPS TO BOOST LOCAL SHIPBUILDING
Vice Adm. Idi Abbas says collaboration with tech and defence firms will strengthen Nigeria’s naval capacity and homegrown shipbuilding. The Nigerian Navy is seeking partnerships with local and international firms to expand indigenous shipbuilding and enhance naval operations, the Chief of Naval Staff, Idi Abbas, announced during a meeting with Amadou Thiam of ASELSAN Nigeria…
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NAVY SEEKS DENMARK ALLIANCE TO SECURE GULF OF GUINEA
Nigeria is strengthening global partnerships to tackle piracy and maritime threats in one of the world’s busiest shipping corridors. The Nigerian Navy is pushing for deeper collaboration with Denmark to boost security in the Gulf of Guinea. Chief of Naval Staff, Idi Abbas, made the call during talks with Danish Ambassador Jen Hansen in Abuja,…
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NAVY CRACKS DOWN: 44,000 LITRES OF ILLEGAL FUEL SEIZED, 8 ARRESTED IN RIVERS
A major anti-oil theft operation has dealt another blow to illegal refining networks in the Niger Delta. The Nigerian Navy has intercepted about 44,000 litres of suspected illegally refined petroleum products and arrested eight suspects during an operation in Rivers State. According to Navy spokesperson, Abiodun Folorunsho, the operation was carried out under Operation DELTA…
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NAVY IN ACTION: 7 RESCUED AFTER BOAT CRASH IN BAYELSA
A swift response by naval forces saved lives after a dramatic boat collision in Bayelsa waterways. The Nigerian Navy has rescued seven people following a collision between a Tantita patrol boat and a wooden market boat in the Ogboinbiri waterways of Southern Ijaw LGA, Bayelsa State. According to Navy spokesperson, Abiodun Folorunsho, the rescue operation…
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NAVY CRACKS DOWN: 44,000 LITRES OF ILLEGAL FUEL SEIZED, 8 ARRESTED IN RIVERS
Major anti-oil theft operation hits illegal refiners as Navy tightens grip on maritime crime. The Nigerian Navy has intercepted about 44,000 litres of suspected illegally refined petroleum products and arrested eight suspects in Rivers State during a targeted operation. According to Commodore Abiodun Folorunsho, the raid—carried out under Operation DELTA SENTINEL by NNS PATHFINDER—took place…
