The Nigerian Navy has taken action to reassure citizens that the country’s waterways will remain secure, secure, and fully protected as the holiday season draws near and travel activity is steadily rising.
During a major sea operation under Exercise Di Mingi, a three-day maritime security drill known as “Safe Waters” in the Ibani language, this confidence was at its peak.
Officers and operatives simulated real-time threats that frequently afflict the maritime domain aboard naval vessels that cut through the Atlantic off Eastern Command.
During the course of the operation, Rear Admiral Kolawole Oguntuga addressed journalists and expressed deep confidence in the Navy’s readiness for the holiday season.
“We anticipate travelers, holidaymakers, and maritime operators.” Our waterways will be used by them all. He said, “I want to make sure Nigerians are safe.
This is a warning for criminals, too. Avoid illegal behavior or you’ll suffer consequences.
Joint Agency Operations and Real-Time Interdictions
Exercise Din Mingi demonstrates the Navy’s ability to respond while mimicking real-world threats.
The Navy, the Army, the Air Force, NDLEA, and other organizations participated in numerous coordinated operations throughout the exercise.
An important highlight was a major success of a drug-related interception that was initiated by information that a ship was passing psychoactive substances along the coast of Nigeria.
25 nautical miles offshore, where NDLEA agents confirmed the presence of cocaine and other hard drugs, were naval ships that were monitoring the vessel. The vessel’s vessel was immediately searched.
In another situation, the Navy responded to a rumored pirate attack.
While Special Boat Service (SBS) commandos stormed the vessel, overpowered the pirates, and secured the crew before safely escorting the ship to harbor, air surveillance equipment was deployed to assess the threat.
Rear Admiral Oguntuga praised what he called “seamless coordination” between the various agencies, citing the rapid development of special forces, accurate air support, and communication flow as evidence that Nigeria’s maritime security system is improving.
He claimed that the exercise exemplifies the operational pillars of the Command, which are professionalism, readiness, welfare, and interagency collaboration.
Regional Command Reaffirms commitment
Rear Admiral Okehie, the flag officer commanding Eastern Naval Command, kicked off the operation aboard NNS SHERE, stating that the Navy fully supports the Chief of Naval Staff’s plan to deploy a motivated, professional force capable of safeguarding Nigeria’s maritime interests.
Each security company has its advantages, according to the statement. Synergy is necessary to address maritime security issues, he remarked.
A Secure Yuletide for Maritime Travelers
The Navy says Exercise Di Mingi sends a strong message to the public that criminal elements won’t be allowed to operate as the shipping industry, passenger movement, and tourism grow in the coming weeks.
Source: Channels TV
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