President Bola Tinubu is set to commission three newly acquired warships and two helicopters for the Nigerian Navy, according to Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla.
The commissioning will take place during the International Maritime Exhibition, where local and international maritime security companies will showcase their products and services.
Vice Admiral Ogalla made the announcement at an interdenominational church service marking the Nigerian Navy’s 68th Anniversary Celebration in Abuja.
He emphasized the importance of teamwork, professionalism, and dedication in stemming insecurity and oil theft in the country.
The event was attended by dignitaries from the public and private sectors, senior military and paramilitary officers, and their families. The Nigerian Navy’s new warships and helicopters are expected to enhance the nation’s maritime security capabilities.