{"id":5169,"date":"2025-02-09T10:46:52","date_gmt":"2025-02-09T10:46:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/psmnigeria.org\/?p=5169"},"modified":"2025-02-09T10:48:40","modified_gmt":"2025-02-09T10:48:40","slug":"nigerian-navy-receives-gunboat-donation-from-abitto-global","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/psmnigeria.org\/?p=5169","title":{"rendered":"Nigerian Navy Receives Gunboat Donation From Abitto Global"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><strong>As part of efforts to enhance maritime security along the Calabar river channels, Abitto Global Services, a leading water transport company, has donated a patrol gunboat and other essential equipment to the Nigerian Navy.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The donation aims to enhance naval patrols and security operations along the waterways of Cross River State and its environment, took place at Abitto Jetty, Marina Resort, Calabar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Speaking at the event, Mr. Richard Akinaka, the MD\/CEO of Abitto Global Services, described the donation as part of the company\u2019s corporate social responsibility and a demonstration of its commitment to maritime security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cWe are here to donate one of our newly designed swamp boats, along with its engine and other components, to the Navy as a sign of our commitment, respect, and cooperation in ensuring safer waterways for travel,\u201d Akinaka stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He emphasized the importance of stakeholder collaboration in strengthening maritime security, noting that his company is dedicated to fostering partnerships that will enhance water transportation and economic activities between Cross River and Akwa Ibom States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Receiving the patrol boat on behalf of Chief of the Naval Staff, Commodore Ajomabi Oride, the Commander of Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) Victory, lauded the donation as a significant boost to the Navy\u2019s operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThe Nigerian Navy\u2019s primary role is to protect the nation\u2019s maritime interests and its citizens. NNS Victory is responsible for securing the Calabar Channel and adjoining creeks. Since Abitto operates within this area, they have deemed it necessary to assist the Navy in its security efforts by providing this boat,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Commodore Oride further expressed gratitude on behalf of the Chief of the Naval Staff and the Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Naval Command, urging other companies operating in the region to emulate Abitto\u2019s example by supporting the Navy\u2019s security initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cWe appreciate this wonderful gesture. I use this opportunity to call on other companies operating in this area to support the Nigerian Navy in enhancing security, ensuring safer waters for all,\u201d he concluded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The donation highlights the growing recognition of public-private partnerships as a critical component in maritime security and economic growth. 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