The Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla, said Nigeria recorded zero piracy case on its waterways in the last five years.
Ogalla disclosed this yesterday during the passing-out parade of the 2025 set of Young Sailors at the Nigerian Navy School, Ikot Ntuen, Akwa Ibom State.
Represented at the event by the chief of administration of the college, Rear Admiral Gabriel Aligwe, the naval chief said sustained naval operations and surveillance have significantly improved security across the nation’s maritime domain.
“Concerning the waterways, we have Operation Delta Sanity, several routine patrols, and surveillance systems in place. At every point, Nigerian Navy ships are at sea to keep our waters safe. For about five years now, Nigeria has recorded zero cases of piracy. This shows the level of commitment and effort by our personnel who constantly patrol the waterways,” he said.
Ogalla urged the graduating sailors to remain resilient and focused on their careers, stressing that the training they had undergone provided a solid foundation for a bright future in the military.
He advised the young sailors to continue to pursue their dreams and stay resilient.
He said many them would be absorbed into the military—some into the Nigerian Defence Academy and others into the Nigerian Navy.
“The training they have received is meant to give them proper grounding for a rewarding career in the military,” he added.
Also speaking at the event, the state governor, Mr Umo Eno who was represented by the commissioner for education, Prof Ubong Umoh, congratulated the young sailors on their achievements.
He advised them to uphold discipline, remain focused, and avoid negative habits that could derail their future.
With the quality of facilities available in this school, the governor said he had no doubt whatsoever that the sailors had been well-groomed and equipped with the potential to succeed in society.
Like Ogalla, the governor advised them to remain determined in their educational pursuits and shun all vices, as they will only attract negative consequences.
