Nigeria navy latest news today
Here are some of the latest news updates from the Nigerian Navy:
Latest News
- Nigerian Navy Destroys 12 Illegal Refineries in Delta State: The Nigerian Navy has destroyed 12 illegal refineries in Delta State, seizing over 100,000 liters of stolen crude oil and 12,000 liters of illegally refined petroleum products. (Source: Vanguard News)
- Navy Rescues 13 Fishermen Abducted by Pirates in Gulf of Guinea: The Nigerian Navy has rescued 13 fishermen who were abducted by pirates in the Gulf of Guinea. The fishermen were rescued after a gunboat from the Nigerian Navy's Forward Operating Base in Calabar, Cross River State, engaged the pirates in a fierce battle. (Source: Daily Trust)
- Nigerian Navy Commissions New Patrol Vessel: The Nigerian Navy has commissioned a new patrol vessel, the NNS LANA, which is equipped with advanced surveillance and communication systems. The vessel is expected to enhance the Navy's capabilities in the Gulf of Guinea. (Source: ThisDay Live)
- Navy Arrests 15 Suspects for Illegal Oil Bunkering: The Nigerian Navy has arrested 15 suspects for illegal oil bunkering in the Niger Delta region. The suspects were arrested during a raid on a suspected illegal oil refining site in Bayelsa State. (Source: The Nation)
- Nigerian Navy to Establish New Base in Akwa Ibom State: The Nigerian Navy is planning to establish a new base in Akwa Ibom State to enhance its presence in the Niger Delta region. The new base is expected to be operational by the end of the year. (Source: Punch Newspaper)
Recent Operations
- Operation Delta Safe: The Nigerian Navy has launched Operation Delta Safe, a new operation aimed at tackling illegal oil bunkering and piracy in the Niger Delta region. The operation is being conducted in collaboration with other security agencies. (Source: Vanguard News)
- Operation Awatse: The Nigerian Navy has launched Operation Awatse, a new operation aimed at tackling illegal oil refining and other criminal activities in the Niger Delta region. The operation is being conducted in collaboration with other security agencies. (Source: Daily Trust)
Recent Appointments
- New Flag Officer Commanding Western Naval Command: Rear Admiral Sanusi Ibrahim has been appointed as the new Flag Officer Commanding Western Naval Command. (Source: ThisDay Live)
- New Commander of Nigerian Navy Ship NNS LANA: Commander Olusegun Oladipo has been appointed as the new Commander of Nigerian Navy Ship NNS LANA. (Source: Punch Newspaper)
Please note that the news updates are subject to change and may not be up-to-date. It's always a good idea to verify the information through reputable sources.