Nigerian Navy, Egyptian Navy Partner On Shipbuilding, Maritime Operations

The Nigerian Navy has engaged Egyptian Navy to advance its indigenous shipbuilding capacity and maritime special operations capability.

The decision was reached during a strategic engagement with a delegation from the Egyptian Navy Special Forces Brigade under the ongoing cross-attachment programme.

A statement by the Naval Spokesman Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, said the delegation was hosted at Naval Dockyard Limited (NDL), Lagos, where they were briefed on the dockyard’s activities and capabilities in depot maintenance, ship design and construction.

He said the engagement featured technical discussions and a guided tour of key facilities, providing a platform for both navies to exchange knowledge and deepen collaboration in indigenous shipbuilding and sustainment.

In a related development, the delegation also participated in intensive joint training activities with the Nigerian Navy Special Boat Service (NNSBS), focusing on advanced operational areas including maritime interdiction, Visit, Board, Search and Seizure (VBSS), and hostage rescue operations.

The training featured complex tactical scenarios involving coordinated insertions and real-time operational simulations, as well as structured debrief sessions where both sides exchanged operational insights and best practices.

“The combined engagements underscore the Nigerian Navy’s commitment to building a technologically capable, combat-ready force through strategic partnerships and capacity development,” he said.

According to him, these initiatives align with the vision of the Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, to strengthen indigenous capabilities, enhance operational effectiveness and deepen defence diplomacy.

The Nigerian Navy remains resolute in its drive to project maritime power, foster regional cooperation and safeguard Nigeria’s maritime interests.