Navy Apprehends 47 Stowaways on Merchant Vessels

The Nigerian Navy, said, yesterday, that a total of 47 stowaways on board  some merchant vessels in the Niger Delta, preparatory to depart the shores of Nigeria were detected by the eagle eyes of its personnel and prevented from achieving their nefarious objectives.

The development came as it noted that it had intensified ongoing clampdown on illegal crude oil thieves, illegal refineries and other related crimes in the maritime areas.

To this end, it asked all captains of merchant vessels and all seafarers to be vigilant and report suspicious movement around their vessels in order to enhance the security of their vessels.

The Navy said the operation, which led to the successes within five days, last week, was conducted in conjunction with other security partners.