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Nigerian Navy Member of Nigerian Armed Forces This was the situation until the end of the Second World War in 1945. A proposal was then made to establish NPA.
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The origin of the Nigerian Navy could be traced to the Marine Department of the Royal Navy established in 1887 as a quasi-military organization, which combined the duties of the present-day Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), the Nigerian Inland Waterways Authority and the Nigerian Navy. Elements of the Marine Department took part in military operations against the Germans in Cameroun during the First

World War between 1914–1918. However, the colonial administration did not consider it necessary to establish a proper navy, as they believed that it was the duty of the Royal Navy to give naval protection to Nigeria. Also, the Marine Department was considered adequate to look after security of the ports and coastal approaches and provide harbour services for Royal Navy ships on West African patrols. After the war, the colonial administration preferred that emphasis be placed on port-related duties for the Marine Department. The officers of the Marine Department, who belonged to Royal Navy Reserve, did not give up on the idea of a navy and therefore continued to press for the establishment of a naval force. The agitation for the establishment of a navy was succinctly summarized in the words of Mr LL Olakunle, a member of Parliament in 1556. He said “If we must have a Nigerian Navy, then we must have something along the pattern of the British Navy”. With further pressure from our nationalists, the colonial administration disbanded the colonial Marine Department. Sequel to this action, 250 officers and men of the disbanded Marine Department were put together to form the nucleus of the Nigerian Naval Force (NNF) in April 1956. The Force was later renamed Naval Defence Force (NDF) of Nigeria. Efforts of the Marine Department officers eventually led to the policy statement by the Colonial Government of Nigeria contained in the Sessional Paper No. 6 of 1956 for the establishment of a Naval Defence Force (NDF). On 1 June 1956, the NDF commenced operation with 11 assorted ships and craft inherited from the erstwhile colonial Marine Department of the Royal Navy. On 1 August 1956, the first legislation on the Navy was passed by the House of Representatives and was assented to on 5 September 1956 by Sir James Robertson, the Governor-General of Nigeria. It was called the Nigerian Navy Ordinance. The Ordinance re-designated the NNDF as the Royal Nigerian Navy. Consequently, on 1 May 1958, the NDF was legally established as a force and re-designated Royal Nigerian Navy (RNN) as a mark of allegiance to the Queen of England. In 1963, when Nigeria became a republic, the prefix “Royal” was dropped and the name became the Nigerian Navy (NN). The modern day NN came into being legally through the Act of Parliament No 21 of 1964. At inception, the NN was statutorily required to patrol only 3 nautical miles, which was the limit of the territorial waters. The post-independence Navy Act of 1964, formally established the NN and removed the limitation of the NN operations to the country’s territorial waters. However, the NN remained with a few patrol boats without evolving significantly into a multi-mission maritime arm of the Nigerian Armed Forces. The 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Armed Forces Act CAP A20 and the National Defence Policy 2006 accordingly charged the NN with the defence of Nigeria by sea. These statutes also expanded NN roles to cover the full spectrum of military, policing and diplomatic functions of a modern navy. Performing these roles efficiently and effectively entails linkage and synergy with the Nigerian Army, the Nigerian Air Force and other relevant maritime security agencies.

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May the joy, peace and abundant blessings of GOD abide with your families throughout the Christmas and New Year celebrations.
The Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla expects more dedication and loyalty to the Nigerian Navy (NN) and the Nation from Officers, Ratings and Civilian Staff of the NN.

24/12/2024

NAVAL HEADQUARTERS OPERATIONAL VISIT TO OPERATION DELTA SAFE

On Wednesday 18 December 2024, the Naval Headquarters Team led by the Chief of Logistics (COL), Rear Admiral OK Oluwagbire visited the Nigerian Navy (NN) contingent of Operation DELTA SAFE (OPDS) in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. Upon arrival, the team paid a courtesy visit to the Flag Officer Commanding Central Naval Command, Rear Admiral Ahmed Gaya and the Air Officer Commanding Air Mobility Command before proceeding to OPDS HQ.

The Commander OPDS, Rear Admiral JU Okeke welcomed the team. Thereafter, the team was led to the briefing room where a presentation on the operational activities, achievements, and challenges faced by the Maritime Component of OPDS was made.

In his remarks, the COL emphasized the importance of adhering to the law and avoiding all forms of illegal activities. Furthermore, the COL advised personnel to refrain from using controlled substances and hard drugs, citing the detrimental effects these have had on numerous NN personnel. Lastly, the COL conveyed the Chief of the Naval Staff’ Goodwill message to the Officers and men of OPDS.

24/12/2024

DECORATION OF NEWLY PROMOTED SENIOR OFFICERS OF THE NIGERIAN NAVY IN ABUJA

On Monday, 23 December 2024, the newly promoted senior officers of the Nigerian Navy were decorated at the Vice Admiral DJ Ezeoba Hall, Naval Headquarters, Abuja. The occasion was a colorful and joyous event which was graced by families and well wishers of the senior officers.

The Special Guest of Honour (SGOH) was the Chief of Defence Staff, General CG Musa OFR and in attendance were the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General OO Oluyede and the Permanent Secretary Ministry of Defence, Dr Ibrahim Kana mni.

Both the SGOH and the Chief Host, the Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla, congratulated the newly promoted senior officers and their families while charging them to rededicate themselves to their responsibilities and remain loyal to the nation and the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR.

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DECORATION OF NEWLY PROMOTED SENIOR OFFICERS AT THE VICE ADMIRAL DJ EZEOBA HALL NAVAL HEADQUARTERS

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NIGERIAN NAVY: DECORATION OF NEWLY PROMOTED SENIOR OFFICERS AT THE VICE ADMIRAL DJ EZEOBA HALL NAVAL HEADQUARTERS

22/12/2024

NAVAL HEADQUARTERS OPERATIONAL VISIT TO OPERATION FANSAN YAMMA SECTOR 2

On Friday, 20 December 2024, the Naval Headquarters team led by the Chief of Administration (COA), Rear Admiral KC Ezete arrived Sokoto, Sokoto State. The team then proceeded to Gusau, Zamfara State and paid a courtesy call on the Theatre Commander (TC) Operation Fansan Yamma. The TC in his remarks highly praised the Nigerian Navy Special Boat Service (NNSBS) detachment deployed to the Operation for their impact and professional conduct. Thereafter, the Team had a durbar with the Officers and NNSBS elements after delivering the Chief of the Naval Staff Goodwill message.

Furthermore, on Saturday, 21 December 2024, the team proceeded to Forward Operating Base (FOB) FASKARI in Katsina State to visit the Naval contingent deployed there. In his remarks, the COA commended the Officers and Ratings for the successes & achievements recorded by the base and for making the Nigerian Navy proud in the theatre. He then urged them to sustain the tempo of the operations and also gave assurances that efforts will be emplaced to address the challenges highlighted. Lastly, the team delivered the Chief of the Naval Staff Goodwill message to the Officers and ratings of FOB FASKARI.

22/12/2024

FLAG OFF CEREMONY OF THE HYDROGRAPHIC SURVEY OF BAKASSI DEEP SEA PORT AREA IN CALABAR ON 21 DECEMBER 2024

The flag off ceremony for the hydrographic survey of the Bakassi Deep Sea Port Area (BDSA) was conducted at the Nigerian Navy Ship VICTORY Jetty on Saturday 21 December 2024. It is noteworthy that the intention of the Cross River State (CRS) Government to construct a 20m deep sea port at Bakassi and boost shipping activities in the eastern flank of the Country necessitated the survey of the BDSA. In attendance were His Excellency, the Governor of CRS, Senator Prince Bassey Otu, the Chief of Naval Staff represented by the Flag Officer Commanding East Naval Command, Rear Admiral Saheed Akinwande, the Hydrographer of the Federation, Rear Admiral Ayo Olugbode, Speaker of the CRS House of Assembly, representatives of AFREXIM and ARISE IIP, principal members of CRS Government cabinet, industry stakeholders, the Paramount Ruler of Akpabuyo LGA and other invited guests.

Pertinently, the event commenced with opening remarks by the Surveyor General of CRS. Subsequently, the Special Assistant on International Cooperation and Investment CRS, the Hydrographer of the Federation and the representative of the CNS made some remarks before the speech by His Excellency, the Governor. Thereafter, the Governor and his entourage were taken round the various hydrographic survey charts/equipments on display. The flag off proper was conducted onboard NNS LANA around the BDSA to signify the official commencement of the survey. The ceremony was successful marking the commencement of the survey.

22/12/2024

NAVAL HEADQUARTERS OPERATIONAL VISIT TO NAVAL BASE LAKE CHAD

On Friday, 20 December 2024, the Naval Headquarters team which was led by the Chief of Training and Operations (CTOPS), Rear Admiral EO Ferreira arrived Maiduguri, Borno State. The team visited the Theatre Command Headquarter, Naval Base Lake Chad Annex Headquarter, and the ongoing projects in Maiduguri, Borno State.

Furthermore, on Saturday, 21 December 2024, the team proceeded to Naval Base Lake Chad (NBLC), Baga. In his remarks, the CTOPS commended the Commander NBLC, Commodore AT Ebo for the successes & achievements recorded by the base and for making the Nigerian Navy proud in the theatre. He then urged the base to sustain the tempo of the operations and also gave assurances that efforts will be emplaced to address the challenges highlighted. Lastly, the CTOPS delivered the Chief of the Naval Staff Goodwill message to the Officers and men of Naval Base Lake Chad.

21/12/2024

Operation DELTA SANITY: On Thursday, 19 December 2024, Nigerian Navy Ship SOROH intercepted and apprehended 6 suspects in 6 passenger boats conveying sacks and jerrycans of illegally refined AGO in Otuokpoti, Bayelsa State.

Consequently, the suspects were handed over to personnel of Nigeria Security & Civil Defence Corps Headquarters, Yenagoa, Bayelsa State.

21/12/2024

NIGERIAN NAVY RELEASES PROMOTION OF SENIOR OFFICERS

The Navy Board on Thursday 19 December 2024 approved the promotion of 146 senior officers to various ranks in the Nigerian Navy. Breakdown of the promotions released showed that 24 Commodores were promoted to the rank of Rear Admiral, 26 Captains were elevated to the rank of Commodore while 96 Commanders were promoted to the rank of Captain.

The newly promoted Rear Admirals are Ibrahim Mohammed-Katsina, Suleman Dahun, Gideon Jinjirim Kachim, Abolade Olanrele Ogunleye, Seminu Adisa Adepegba, Bob-Manuel Kokoete Effiong, Yusuf Sani Idris, Danjuma Mohammed Ndanusa, Ifeanyi Chidi Okpala, Mushin Yahaya Abba, Victor Dabess Choji, Vincent Burabari Gbaranwi, Madumom Ide, Desmond Okechukwu Igbo, Kolawale Olumide Oguntuga, Adedokun John Siyanbade, Raheem Taofeek, Kabiru Tanimu, Bai Haruna Sabo, Jonathan Ojone Ajodo, Paul Efe-Oghene, Musliu Olatokunbo Yussuff, Abiodun Alade and Samuel Innocent Ngatuwa.

The newly promoted Commodores are Mohammed Ahmed Abdullahi, Kabir Umar Rabiu, Bashir Abubakar, Olayinka Ayodele Aliu, Uche Aneke, Temitope Adeshola Bamidele, Ekuma Raphael Ekuma, Nsikan Friday, Ibrahim Ari Gwaska, Maksum Abdullahi Mohammed, Mutalib Ibikunle Raji, Murtala Aminu Rogo, Umar Saidu, Aminu Shehu, Mohammed Saghir Shettima, Jelani Umar, Olusegun Abiodun Awofe, Manga Salisu Danjuma, Mohammed Auwal Jibrilla, Adamu Mohammed Mohammed, Kelechi Kingsley Ogbonna, Makanjuola Yakub Olowu, Saidu Sulaiman, Yahaya Jaja Muhammed, Sylvester Kennedy Ogogo and Babatunde Usman Quadri.

The Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla on behalf of officers, ratings and civilian staff of the Nigerian Navy, congratulates the newly promoted senior officers and their families while charging them to rededicate themselves to their responsibilities and remain loyal to the nation and the
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR.

A ADAMS-ALIU
Commodore
Director ofNaval Information

20/12/2024

On Friday, 20 December 2024, the Nigerian Navy under the leadership of Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla, commissioned the Samaru Health Care Center Extension in Zaria, Kaduna State, as part of the Quick Intervention Scheme in honor of Rear Admiral IA Dewu. The project was inaugurated by His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Kaduna State, Senator Uba Sani, represented by the Executive Secretary of the Kaduna State Health Council.

The Special Guest of Honour expressed gratitude to the Nigerian Navy (NN) for its impactful support to the Samaru community. Representing the Chief of the Naval Staff, Rear Admiral JA Nwagu reaffirmed the NN’s commitment to community support and urged the public to collaborate with the Navy and other security agencies for national development.

The event was attended by dignitaries including the Representative of the Emir of Zazzau, the Sarkin of Samaru, the Chairman of Samaru Local Government Area, representative of the Commandant Armed Forces Command and Staff College, the Commissioner of Police, Naval Headquarters Directors, and senior officers from various branches of the Navy.

This initiative underscores the Navy's dedication to fostering civil-military cooperation and enhancing access to basic healthcare for the host community.

19/12/2024

HAPPY 56TH BIRTHDAY TO THE CHIEF OF THE NAVAL STAFF

Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla was born on 20 December 1968. He graduated from the prestigious Nigerian Military School Zaria in 1987 as the Best Graduating Student in Sciences. In 1992, he graduated from the Nigerian Defence Academy Kaduna with a BSc in Mathematics and was awarded the Sword of Honour as the Best Graduating Naval Cadet in academics, military training, leadership qualities and character. Vice Admiral Ogalla is a specialist hydrographer who attended the National Hydrographic School Goa, India from 1999 - 2000.

He later graduated from the National Defence College Abuja in 2014 with excellent grades after writing a highly commendable thesis on "Water Resources Management and National Development". Thereafter, in 2015 he bagged an MSc in Strategic Studies at the University of Ibadan and returned to the National Defence College as a Directing Staff in 2017. Being an erudite scholar and intellectual, he was elevated to the post of Director Academic Research and Analytical Support where he contributed immensely to improving the research programmes in the College. Vice Admiral Ogalla was appointed Chief of the Naval Staff, Nigerian Navy in June 2023.

Today, all the officers, ratings and civilian staff of the Nigerian Navy celebrate the birth of a leader whose simple but firm and purposeful leadership style has remarkably improved the welfare, administration and operational capacity of the Nigerian Navy.

Happy Birthday Sir.

19/12/2024

VISIT OF THE CHIEF OF NAVAL SAFETY AND STANDARDS TO NIGERIAN NAVY CONTINGENTS IN OPERATION SAFE HAVEN JOS

On Tuesday, 17 December 24, the Chief of Naval Safety and Standards (CNASS), Rear Admiral AM Ibrahim visited the naval contingent deployed in Operation SAFE HAVEN (OPSH), Jos. The visit was part of the annual activities conducted by Naval Headquarters to Nigerian Navy (NN) contingents deployed in all Defence Headquarters Led operations. During the visit, the CNASS expressed his satisfaction with the efforts of OPSH towards restoring peace and security in the joint Area of Operations. He further reiterated the continuous support of the NN to the leadership of OPHS in achieving its mandate.

The CNASS also interacted with NN troops who were recently rotated. He enjoined them to be disciplined, shun criminality, avoid drug abuse and restrict involvement in settling civil disputes among civilians such as debt recovery and other matters which are statutory responsibilities of the Nigeria Police Force. The CNASS delivered the CNS goodwill message to the troops, acknowledging their contribution to the overall success of the Operation. He also stated that the CNS wished the troops well in the Yuletide season.

The CNASS was accompanied by the Director of Operations Rear Admiral PS Anabraba, SO1 Operations Commamder JU Abdullahi and LeadingSeaman Arona SC.

16/12/2024

Operation DELTA SANITY: On Friday, 13 December 2024, Naval Outpost KOLUAMA II discovered and deactivated 4 illegal refining sites with dug out pits & refining ovens laden with an unspecified amount of stolen crude oil in Otougbene, Southern-Ijaw LGA, Bayelsa State.

16/12/2024

Operation DELTA SANITY: On Friday, 13 December 2024, Forward Operating Base FORMOSO discovered and impounded a wooden boat laden with an unspecified amount of stolen crude oil around Botokiri Axis of Nembe LGA, Bayelsa state.

16/12/2024

Operation DELTA SANITY: On Thursday, 5 December 2024, Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) SOROH discovered and deactivated an insertion point with 6 wooden canoes, 1 generator, cables and pipes within Igbomatoru Axis, Bayelsa State. Additionally, on Friday, 6 December, NNS SOROH patrol team intercepted and impounded 2 wooden boats conveying numerous sacks of illegally refined AGO within Kongo Axis, Bayelsa State.

Lastly, on Thursday, 12 December 2024, NNS SOROH personnel discovered and confiscated 2 canoes laden with an unspecified quantity of stolen Crude Oil and a metal drum in Igbomatoru Community, Bayelsa State.

15/12/2024

NIGERIAN NAVY BASIC TRAINING SCHOOL ONNE CONDUCTS PASSING OUT PARADE OF BATCH 36 TRAINEES

On Saturday, 14 December 2024, Nigerian Navy Basic Training School (NNBTS) Onne conducted the Passing Out Parade (POP) of Batch 36 trainees after 6 months of intensive military training. A total of 1,814 trainees successfully completed the training.

The Special Guest of Honour (SGOH) was the Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla and the Chief host was the Commandant NNBTS, Commodore GJ Kachim. In attendance were Principal Staff Officers from Defence Headquarters, Naval Headquarters, Flag Officers Commanding, General Officers Commanding and Air Officers Commanding. Others were Principal Staff Officers from Naval Training Command, Commanders of Autonomous Units, Commandants of Military formations and Heads of Security agencies, Traditional Rulers, Captains of Industries as well as families and friends of the Passing Out Trainees.

In his remarks, the SGOH congratulated the trainees and encouraged them to be law abiding, be good ambassadors of the Nigerian Navy and be ready to work as a team in their chosen career.

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