Tinubu Commissions New Naval Fleet To Boost Maritime Security

Nigerian Navy commissions new ships and helicopters on 69th anniversary - defenceWeb

The Nigerian Navy marked its 69th anniversary on 31 May by commissioning three patrol vessels and three AW109 Trekker helicopters at a ceremony held at NNS Beecroft, Apapa, Lagos. President Bola Tinubu, represented by the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, presided over the commissioning, emphasising the government’s commitment to empowering the Navy to protect Nigeria’s maritime interests. Matawalle described the event as “a declar…

Tinubu Commissions New Naval Fleet To Boost Maritime Security

President Bola Tinubu has commissioned a fleet of advanced Naval assets to strengthen the Nigerian Navy’s operational capabilities, marking a significant step in securing the nation’s maritime borders. The ceremony, held at NNS BEECROFT in Apapa, Lagos, was led by the Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Muhammad Matawalle, who represented the President. The new assets include three warships—NNS IKOGOSI, NNS FARO, and NNS SHRE—alongside three…

Navy Commissions Warships, Helicopters to Strengthen Maritime Security - Global Upfront Newspapers

As part of its 69th anniversary celebrations, the Nigerian Navy has commissioned three warships and three Agusta Westland helicopters into active service to enhance its operational efficiency and maritime security capabilities. The commissioning ceremony took place at the Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) BEECROFT in Apapa, Lagos, and was attended by top military and government officials, including the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, the …

‎Nigerian Navy Inducts New Ships, Helicopters to Bolster Maritime Security

‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎The Nigerian Navy has expanded its fleet with the induction of three ships, including a former South Korean naval vessel, and three Augusta Westland AW109ST helicopters, in a move aimed at enhancing maritime security and operational readiness. ‎ ‎By Chimezie Godfrey ‎ ‎The Nigerian Navy has expanded its fleet with the induction of three ships, including a former South Korean naval vessel, and three Augusta Westland AW109ST helicopters…

Tinubu Inaugurates Three Nigerian Navy Ships, Helicopters, Others — City Business News

Advertisements President Bola Tinubu has inaugurated three Nigerian Navy Ships (NNS) – NNS SHERE, NNS FARO and NNS IKOGOSI and three AW109 Trekker helicopters: 501, 502 and 503 into the Nigerian Navy fleet.Tinubu, speaking at the inauguration on Saturday in Lagos, said that the addition of the three Fast Patrol Boats and three maritime surveillance helicopters affirmed the country’s commitment to securing its maritime domain.The president was re…