Nigeria: President Tinubu Commends the Navy for Seven Decades of Providing Maritime Security, Commissions Three Vessels
Tinubu praised the Navy’s anti-piracy gains and said its operations have boosted oil production, revenue and investor confidence.
- On Monday, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu attended the International Fleet Review at the Eko Atlantic Waterfront in Lagos, commemorating the Nigerian Navy's 70th anniversary with military displays and celebrations.
- President Tinubu commissioned three new vessels—NNS Oloibiri, NNS Mambila, and NNS Gurara—to strengthen maritime capabilities, reflecting the Service's evolution into a modern power amid Nigeria's growing sovereignty.
- Through enhanced surveillance and rapid response mechanisms, the Service eradicated piracy in Nigerian waters and significantly curtailed crude oil theft, substantially boosting oil production and national revenue.
- Calling the theme "Seven Decades of Operational Excellence" a "proven reality," the President also commended the Special Boat Service for its professionalism in counterterrorism operations across the country.
- Vice Admiral Idi Abbas reaffirmed the Service's commitment to leveraging technology and strategic partnerships, pledging to remain vigilant in defending Nigeria's maritime domain against all transnational threats.
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Nigeria: President Tinubu Commends the Navy for Seven Decades of Providing Maritime Security, Commissions Three Vessels
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Monday, commended the Nigerian Navy for its seven decades of commitment and sacrifice in safeguarding Nigeria's maritime domain and protecting the nation's economic interests.
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Monday commissioned three Nigerian Naval vessels: NNS Oloibiri, NNS Mambila, and NNS Gurara as part of events to commemorate Nigerian Navy’s 70th Anniversary. Speaking at the 2026 International Fleet Review held at the Eko Atlantic Waterfront, Lagos as the Reviewing Officer, President Tinubu commended the Nigerian Navy for its seven decades of commitment and sacrifice in safeguarding Nigeria’s maritime domain and…
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