The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General W Shaibu, Nigerian Army Medal (NAM), joined the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Honourable Minister of Defence, the Chief of Defence Staff, the Chief of the Naval Staff and other Service Chiefs, senior government officials, members of the diplomatic community, distinguished dignitaries and personnel of the Nigerian Navy at the commemoration of the 70th Anniversary Celebration of the Nigerian Navy held in Lagos.
The event highlighted seven decades of the unwavering commitment of the Nigerian Navy to safeguarding Nigeria’s maritime domain, enhancing national security and contributing to regional stability. It also highlighted the enduring spirit of inter-service cooperation and the collective resolve of the Armed Forces of Nigeria to defend the nation’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
As part of the anniversary activities, the COAS also attended the Nigerian Navy @70 Gala Night, which brought together military leaders, government officials, diplomatic representatives and other stakeholders to celebrate the Service’s remarkable achievements, honour its legacy of dedicated service and reaffirm commitment to strengthening jointness and cooperation among the Armed Forces and other security agencies in advancing Nigeria’s national security objectives.
