By JohnPaul Amaechi The Nigerian Navy said it has sustained offensive against crude oil thieves and other economic saboteurs in the Niger Delta, recording more than 580 intelligence-led operations in the second quarter of 2026 that resulted in the arrest of over 91 suspects and the recovery of millions of litres of stolen crude […]
Troops rescue kidnap victims in Katsina as hunt for terrorists leader continues
KATSINA — Troops of the Nigerian Army have rescued four kidnap victims during ongoing military operations targeting a notorious bandit leader, Kachalla Muhammadu Fulani, and his gang in Katsina State.
DHQ Visits Katsina, Pays Tribute to Late Gen. Rabe Abubakar’s Sacrifice
KATSINA – A high-powered delegation from the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has paid a condolence visit to the family of late Major General Rabe Abubakar (Rtd) and the Katsina State Government, assuring that those responsible for his death would be brought to justice while honouring his years of dedicated service to the nation.
Naval chief seeks special maritime court for oil thieves
The Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, has said that the masterminds behind crude oil theft in Nigeria often evade detection, while those arrested at illegal refining sites are usually low-level operatives with little or no knowledge of the criminal networks they serve.
How the Defence Minister celebrated Navy’s 70th anniversary
Nigeria’s Minister of Defence,General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd.),was in Lagos recently to join the Nigerian Navy i celebrating its landmark 70th Anniversary.
Tinubu Commends Navy’s Anti-Piracy Success, Backs Maritime Security Drive in Gulf of Guinea
Lagos – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has applauded the Nigerian Navy for its significant contributions to maritime security, particularly its success in combating piracy, crude oil theft and other maritime crimes in the Gulf of Guinea.
Lagos Hosts Global Naval Gathering as Nigerian Navy Marks 70 Years of Service
Lagos is set to become the centre of international maritime diplomacy as foreign warships and naval delegations from several countries arrive in Nigeria for the 2026 International Fleet Review (IFR), one of the flagship events commemorating the 70th anniversary of the Nigerian Navy.
Nigerian Navy Unveils Major Housing Projects, Intensifies Welfare Drive for Personnel
The Nigerian Navy has commissioned a series of housing and infrastructure projects as part of efforts to improve the welfare of its personnel and strengthen operational effectiveness across the service.
Nigerian Navy at 70: Civilians Experience Life at Sea in Historic Anniversary Voyage
By: JohnPaul Amaechi As part of activities marking its 70th anniversary, the Nigerian Navy recently took dozens of civilians on a symbolic sea voyage that offered a rare, first-hand glimpse into naval life and operations on Nigeria’s waters.
Navy Inaugurates Tantita-Donated Projects in Warri, Celebrates 70th Anniversary with School Outreach
Navy Inaugurates Tantita-Donated Projects in Warri, Celebrates 70th Anniversary with School Outreach The Flag Officer Commanding (FOC), Central Naval Command, Rear Admiral Suleiman Ibrahim, has inaugurated several projects donated by Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL) to the Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) Delta in Warri, Delta State. The inauguration formed part of activities marking the […]