Oba Rilwan Akiolu don assure Nigerian Navy of im support ahead of di Navy 70th anniversary celebration, as e praise di service for dia work to protect Nigeria territorial waters and improve maritime security.
Di royal father gives di assurance on Wednesday when Commander of Nigerian Navy Ship BEECROFT, Commodore A. Adams-Aliu, visit am for im palace for Isale Eko, Lagos.
Di visit na part of preparation for di Navy 70th anniversary celebration wey go hold from May 29 to June 4. Adams-Aliu formally invite di monarch make e join di celebration activities and also seek im royal backing for di event.
While speaking during di visit, di naval commander describes di anniversary as one major milestone wey show 70 years of dedication to maritime security, national defence and regional stability.
He also stress say strong partnership between di Navy and traditional institutions dey important, especially for coastal communities where maritime activities dey help economic growth and security.
“This anniversary represents many years of sacrifice and commitment to protect Nigeria maritime interests,” Adams-Aliu talk.
For im response, Akiolu commend di Navy for dia contribution to maritime safety and national security, while e pledge continuous support for initiatives wey go promote peace, unity and stability for di maritime sector.
Activities wey dem line up for di anniversary include parade, International Fleet Review for Eko Atlantic waterfront, community outreach programmes and exhibitions wey go showcase di Navy operational achievements and history.
Di Nigerian Navy say di celebration go also highlight dia contribution to national development since di service start 70 years ago.
