The Nigeria Navy has strongly warned officers and ratings against conniving with criminals to carry out oil theft and other maritime crimes.
The Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Ogalla issued this warning during the decoration of 29 newly promoted senior officers to the rank of Rear Admiral on Wednesday in Abuja.
He explained that the year 2023 had its highs and lows for the nation, requiring the armed forces to play significant roles in ensuring the security and prosperity of Nigeria.
The navy boss called on officers that the Nigerian Navy and the nation required them to be more dedicated and to display unalloyed loyalty to the President and the Constitution in tackling the security challenges rocking the nation.
“Your ingenuity, resourcefulness, and integrity will be required to reposition the service in the years ahead.
“The Nigerian Navy, in collaboration with other security agencies, has continuously strived to protect the economic mainstay of the country through various operations to counter oil theft,” he said.
