The Deputy Spokesman of the House of Representatives, Rep. Philip Agbese, said the Nigerian Navy has surpassed expectations in maritime security, anti-piracy operations, and crackdown on oil theft menace.
Under the visionary leadership of Rear Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla, the Congressman said the Navy has implemented innovative strategies, leveraging technology, intelligence, and collaboration to combat illicit activities.
Agbese commended the Navy’s commitment to protecting the nation’s economic assets, improving revenue and ensuring the security of the Gulf of Guinea.
Speaking in reaction to questions on the House of Representatives’ investigation on crude oil theft in Nigeria, the lawmaker, who raised the motion last year, acknowledged the Navy’s operational efficiency in recent times.
Rep. Agbese reckoned that the impact of the Navy’s efforts goes beyond the economic benefits, noting that it has had a significant impact on the environment and the well-being of communities in the…
Source: Leadership Newspaper
