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 […]
NNS KADA design gains global adoption for amphibious operations
A class of landing vessels first introduced by the Nigerian Navy is set to play a central role in future amphibious operations of the United States and Australia, following its adoption for major defence programmes.
CNS reaffirms stakeholder synergy in securing Nigeria’s maritime domain
Abuja, Nigeria – The Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, has reiterated the importance of sustained collaboration with stakeholders in safeguarding Nigeria’s maritime environment.
M’East Crisis: Nigeria, Spain boost maritime security in the Gulf of Guinea
Lagos, Nigeria – Amid rising tensions in the Middle East and shifting global shipping routes, the Nigerian Navy and Spanish Navy have intensified collaboration to strengthen maritime security in the Gulf of Guinea.
Nigerian Navy vows crackdown on smuggling, maritime crimes
The Nigerian Navy has warned criminal elements operating along the nation’s waterways to stay clear, pledging to intensify efforts to curb smuggling, stowaways, and other forms of maritime crime.
Operation DELTA SANITY transitions to OPERATION DELTA SENTINEL
After Major Gains Against Oil Theft The Nigerian Navy has officially transitioned from Operation DELTA SANITY II to a new phase codenamed Operation DELTA SENTINEL, following the recovery of stolen petroleum products valued at several billions of naira and significant operational successes in the fight against crude oil theft.
Abbas assures of interventions to enhance personnel welfare
The Chief of Naval Staff Vice Admiral Idi Abbas has assured that appropriate interventions would be initiated to address the identified issues relating to naval operations in line with his commitment to enhance personnel welfare and improving overall operational readiness.
FOC Central Naval Command charges newly promoted officers on leadership responsibilities
The Flag Officer Commanding (FOC), Central Naval Command, Rear Admiral Suleiman Ibrahim, has charged newly promoted senior officers of the Nigerian Navy to see their elevation as a call to greater responsibility, professionalism and exemplary leadership.
Navy rescues 20 crew members as vessel goes up inflame
The Eastern Naval Command of the Nigerian Navy has successfully rescued 20 crew members from a commercial vessel that caught fire along the Calabar Channel, Cross River State, in a swift response operation on Monday, December 22, 2025.
Commander Naval Drafting urges officers to be professional
The new Commander of the Nigerian Navy’s Command Naval Drafting unit, Commodore Chindo Usman Yahaya urged officers and ratings of the unit to maintain professionalism in the discharge of their duties, especially as he pledged to build on the foundation laid by his predecessor to further elevate the Command.