Sweden has formally called on China to assist in investigating the damage to two undersea cables in the Baltic Sea, after a Chinese vessel, the Yi Peng Three, was linked to the incidents. The cables—one connecting Sweden to Lithuania and the other linking Finland to Germany—were damaged on November 17 and 18 in Swedish territorial … Read more
The Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla, has launched the third edition of the French-supported maritime exercise, Crocodile Lift, designed to enhance skills in amphibious operations. Representing Vice Admiral Ogalla at the event was the Flag Officer Commanding (FOC) Naval Doctrine Command, Rear Admiral Shehu Gombe. The event was held on Saturday … Read more
The Nigerian presidency disclosed on Sunday that Nigeria and India have agreed to deepen their strategic partnership, particularly in the areas of economic growth, defense, health, and security. This announcement followed bilateral talks between President Bola Tinubu and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Aso Rock Villa in Abuja. EDITOR’S PICKS Trump Taps Fox … Read more
Senator Adams Oshiomhole, representing Edo North senatorial district, has voiced his opposition to the proposed establishment of the Nigerian Coast Guard, which is intended to protect Nigeria’s maritime areas. Speaking during a plenary session, Oshiomhole argued that the Nigerian Navy is already effectively carrying out the responsibilities that would be assigned to the Coast Guard. … Read more
Unknown gunmen believed to be sea pirates, have abducted at least ten travelers along the Bonny-Port Harcourt waterway. The incident took place in the early hours of Monday. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter BREAKING: PDP Summons Wike Over Controversial Remarks Against Party Governors UEFA To Honour Ronaldo For Record-Breaking … Read more
Tinubu Inaugurates Three warships, Two helicopters In Lagos. Tinubu, represented by Shettima, encouraged the Navy to build strategic partnerships to support the Africa Blue Economy project during its 68th anniversary celebrations. Tinubu highlighted the alignment of maritime security efforts with UN SDG 14, Africa’s Integrated Maritime Strategy 2050, and Africa’s Agenda 2063. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more
Philippines sends coast guard vessels to Scarborough Shoal. Mission delivers supplies to Filipino fishermen at the shoal. Move amid tensions with China over South China Sea claims. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Philippines has deployed three coast guard vessels to ensure the safety of a civilian flotilla sailing to the contested Scarborough Shoal in … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) Beecroft has intercepted 14 stowaways onboard a motor tanker UOG Constantine at Lagos Road Stead. The Commander, NNS Beecroft and Maritime Component Commander of Operation Awatse, Commodore Kolawole Oguntuga, made this known in a statement signed by the Base Information Officer, NNS Beecroft, Sub-Lieutenant H. A. … Read more