How Navy Arrests 9 Stowaways From Spain Bound Vessel

“NNS Beecroft Quick Response Team , under the leadership of the Commander who is also the Maritime Component Commander Operation AWATSE Commodore Kolawole Olumide Oguntuga, in response to intelligence indicating potential stowaways aboard a vessel on 3rd February 2024, swiftly deployed the Quick Response Team and upon arrival, the team discovered 9 stowaways in the rudder compartment of the vessel, Lysias Valetta. At approximately 12:30 pm the patrol team successfully recovered the stowaways.

“The proactive detection and extraction of these individuals are commendable, preventing them from life-threatening situations during such extended voyage within confined spaces. Additionally, this action averts potential security threats to the vessel and its crew as well as mitigating embarrassing situations. The incident underscores the Nigerian Navy’s unwavering commitment to its constitutional role under the leadership of Vice Admiral EI Ogalla, Chief of the Naval Staff, reinforcing the dedication to creating a secure maritime environment for the nation’s economic prosperity.”