Naval Chief Pledges to Combat Maritime Crimes, Secure Nigeria’s Waters

Naval Chief Pledges to Combat Maritime Crimes, Secure Nigeria’s Waters

Reported by Sele Media Africa| Ihuoma Amarachi

ABUJA, NIGERIA —The Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Navy’s commitment to combating maritime crimes and ensuring the safety and security of Nigeria’s territorial waters and maritime environment. He made the pledge during an operational visit to inspect naval facilities and assess ongoing security efforts aimed at strengthening the country’s maritime domain. [1]Vice Admiral Abbas stressed that the Navy is determined to make Nigeria’s waters safe and secure for legitimate commerce, navigation, and economic activities, including shipping and fishing. He emphasised that the fight against threats such as crude oil theft, sea robbery, illegal bunkering, piracy, and other maritime crimes remains a priority, and that the service will continue to enhance its operational capability in collaboration with other security agencies. [2]

Citations:

1. Punch Newspapers: punchng.com/naval-chief-pledges-to-combat-maritime-crimes-secure-nigerias-waters/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

2. Vanguard News: www.vanguardngr.com/2025/10/new-naval-chief-vows-sustained-onslaught-against-crude-oil-theft-maritime-criminality/?utm_source=chatgpt.com3. Voice of Nigeria Broadcasting Service: von.gov.ng/nigerian-navy-reaffirms-commitment-to-gulf-of-guinea-security/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

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Ihuoma Amarachi Grace is a journalist with Sele Media Africa, committed to telling authentic African stories with depth and creativity. A Christian and a student of English and Literary Studies, she blends her love for writing with the art of spoken word to inspire and inform. Her voice adds a thoughtful and artistic dimension to Sele Media’s mission of amplifying unheard voices across the continent.

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