COPENHAGEN, June 17, 2025 — The Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla, on Monday, June 16, commenced a three-day working visit to Denmark at the invitation of the Danish Navy, as part of efforts to deepen bilateral naval cooperation.
Military deactivates 21 illegal refineries, nabs 23 oil thieves
The Defence Headquarters says the troops of Operation Delta Safe have in the last one week discovered and deactivated 21 illegal refining sites and apprehended 23 oil thieves in the Niger Delta.
Navy donates ultramodern health facility to Zaria community
The Nigerian Navy inaugurated a newly reconstructed Primary Health Care Centre for the Samaru community in Zaria, Kaduna State, as part of the Chief of Naval Staff’s Special Intervention Quick Impact Projects.
Nigerian Navy Chief Seeks Maritime Security at 5th Sea Power for Africa Symposium
CAPE TOWN, South Africa, October 17, 2024 – From Tuesday, October 15 to Thursday, October 17, the Nigerian Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla, joined naval leaders from across the African continent at the 5th Sea Power for Africa Symposium (SPAS) to discuss strategies for securing Africa’s maritime domain.
Navy Inaugurates 6,000-Capacity Borehole in Akwa Ibom Community
The Nigerian Navy Forward Operating Base (FOB), Ibaka, Mbo Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom, has inaugurated a borehole with a 6,000-litre capacity to provide clean water to its host community.
NAVTRAC officers brainstorm on effective approach to naval training
Officers of the Naval Training Command (NAVTRAC) recently met to brainstorm on the setting of collective goals that would pave way for a harmonised and effective approach to naval training and operations.
Nigerian Navy Apprehends Over 35 Ships Involved in Oil Theft
The Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla said the Nigerian Navy arrested more than 35 ships involved in oil theft within the Nigeria’s waters within the last one year.
Nigerian Navy Takes Action to Revitalize Sailing Club, Curb Dilapidation
The Nigerian Navy has announced measures to address issues plaguing the management of the Navy Sailing Club, aimed at reviving its structures and enhancing financial stability.
Navy relocates NAVTRAC from Lagos to Rivers state
The Nigerian Navy has relocated its training command headquarters from Lagos to Ebubu in Eleme, Rivers state.
Nigerian Navy busts illegal fuel depot, apprehends syndicate in Lekki
The Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) BEECROFT revealed on Wednesday the dismantling of an illegal fuel depot, leading to the arrest of five suspects at No 3 Silver Bird Road, Ilasun Lekki, on Tuesday, April 2, 2024.