The Western Naval Command (WNC) of the Nigerian Navy on Wednesday activated Operation Awkward exercise aimed at ensuring the safety of big naval ships in the harbour. The WNC Flag Officer who was represented by the Chief Staff Officer, WNC, Rear Admiral Tanko Yakubu Pani stated that “The Western Naval base is the premier and the biggest in the Nigerian Navy. “So most of our ships are here, and we must do everything possible to ensure the safety of the big ships in Harbour. So, this exercise is to compliment others that are ongoing.”He also noted that training of naval officer is a continuous process as thieves may advance in their act. “Nigerian Navy is more than capable as our environments have not been having incidences of crime.

Source: Nigerian Tribune August 26, 2020 18:08 UTC