The Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, has called for exploring emerging maritime defence technologies aimed at strengthening the operational capabilities of the Nigerian Navy. Vice Admiral Abbas made the call at the ninth edition of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX) 2026 in Qatar. The naval chief …
The newly appointed Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abass, has pledged to tighten maritime security, enhance operational efficiency, and uphold the Nigerian Navy’s core values of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork. Speaking in Abuja, Abass expressed gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for the confidence reposed in him, promising to serve with dedication, fairness, and …
The Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, has approved the redeployment of 65 senior officers and the appointment of key staff across the Nigerian Navy’s commands, units, and tri-service institutions. The announcement, made on Monday by Navy Spokesman Commodore Adams-Aliu, marks a renewed effort to strengthen operational efficiency and fulfil the Navy’s …
By Esther Ososanya The Nigerian Navy dismantled more than 71 illegal refinery sites and seized over 411,000 litres of stolen crude oil in July 2025. These actions came under Operation Delta Sanity, its major anti-crude-theft mission across the Niger Delta. Launched in December 2024, the operation continues to yield strong results. The Navy intercepted smuggling …
