US EditionNigerian Navy Intercepts Three Stowaways Aboard Europe-Bound Vessel
The suspects allegedly boarded the merchant vessel while it was berthed and are now in custody for investigation and administrative processing.
- The Nigerian Navy intercepted the merchant vessel MSC STELLA on Tuesday, rescuing three suspected stowaways approximately five nautical miles off the Lagos coastline.
- Following credible intelligence from the Western Regional Control Centre received at 5:05 p.m. on Sunday, April 19, the Quick Response Team of NNS BEECROFT deployed immediately to the vessel's location.
- Suspects identified as Aguru Michael , Soye Monday , and Kentobou Peter boarded at Tin on Friday, April 17, and "reportedly intended to stow away to Europe."
- Currently in the custody of NNS BEECROFT, the suspects are undergoing thorough investigation and administrative processing in line with established laws.
- This rescue effort reflects the Navy's commitment to maritime safety, building on recent SAR missions including the March 2026 handover of three stowaways from ANATOLIA.
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Nigerian Navy intercepts three stowaways aboard Europe-bound vessel
The Nigerian Navy said it has intercepted and rescued three suspected stowaways aboard the merchant vessel MSC STELLA (IMO No. 9279988) off the Lagos Fairway Buoy. The operation followed credible intelligence received from the Western Regional Control Centre, WRCC, at about 5:05 p.m. on Sunday, 19 April 2026. It said the Quick Response Team, QRT, of NNS BEECROFT, stationed at Tarkwa Bay, was immediately deployed to the vessel’s location. “The te…
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The Nigerian Navy has stopped an unlawful journey after rescuing three people who hid aboard a merchant ship in Lagos in a bid to reach Europe. This Nigerian Navy rescue highlights ongoing efforts to curb illegal migration to Europe and protect maritime security. Reports from the News Agency of Nigeria confirm that officials found the individuals on the vessel MSC STELLA (IMO No. 9279988). Personnel from Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) BEECROFT carried…
Nigerian Navy Intercepts, Rescues Three Stowaways Attempting To Travel To Europe
Nigerian naval operatives have intercepted three suspected stowaways aboard a merchant vessel heading out of Lagos State. According to the News Agency of Nigeria, the Nigerian Navy confirmed that the individuals were discovered and rescued off the Lagos Fairway Buoy during an operation that reflects tightening surveillance across Nigeria’s territorial waters.
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