Nigeria’s vast ocean resources offer a lifeline to economic transformation — but only if stakeholders unite to harness the power of the blue economy, says the Director General of the International Maritime Institute of Nigeria (IMION), Rear Admiral Thaddeus Udofia (rtd).
Nigeria Moves to Bolster Maritime Security Through Executive Training Initiative
Lagos, April 25, 2025 — In a strategic effort to boost Nigeria’s maritime security architecture and deepen the nation’s role in global trade, the International Maritime Institute of Nigeria (IMION) has announced a high-level executive course aimed at building capacity among maritime professionals and stakeholders.
IMION to hold workshop on maritime security and global trade in Lagos
The International Maritime Institute of Nigeria (IMION) has announced plans to host its third professional course, titled “Maritime Security and Global Trade”, aimed at equipping key players in the maritime and logistics sector with critical insights on security and trade dynamics.
FOC Logistics Command Visits Naval Training Command to Enhance Operational Efficiency
The Flag Officer Commanding (FOC) Logistics Command, Rear Admiral OO Fadeyi, paid a familiarization visit to the Headquarters Naval Training Command (HQ NAVTRAC).
Chief of Administration Tours Nigerian Navy Establishments in Western Naval Command
The Chief of Administration (COA) of the Nigerian Navy, Rear Admiral GSM Aligwe, has embarked on a familiarisation tour of naval establishments under the Western Naval Command.
ICPC declares former Chief Naval Staff wanted
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) says a former Naval Chief, Vice Adm. Usman Jibrin is still on its wanted list.
Nigeria, AU Sign MoU for Strategic Sea Lift Services
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – February 17, 2025 – Nigeria and the African Union (AU) have signed a landmark agreement for the provision of Strategic Sea Lift Services, aimed at supporting peace operations, disaster response, humanitarian aid, and personnel movement across the continent.
Nigerian Navy arrests nine suspects for oil theft in Akwa Ibom
Mbo, Akwa Ibom – February 7, 2025 – Nine suspects involved in economic sabotage at the Asabo D wellhead in Mbo, Akwa Ibom State, have been arrested by Nigerian Navy (NN) personnel.
Media Vital to Military Operations, – NNS Beecroft Commander
The media plays a crucial role in military operations by shaping public perception and countering misinformation, the new Commander of the Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) Beecroft, Commodore Paul Ponfa Nimmyel has said.
Nigerian Navy cracks down on maritime crime, foils oil theft and drug smuggling
LAGOS, NIGERIA – The Nigerian Navy has issued a stern warning to criminals operating in Nigeria’s maritime domain, declaring that illegal activities at sea will no longer be tolerated.