The Nigeria Coast Guard Corps (NCGC) is a government agency in the Federal Republic of Nigeria, responsible for maritime security and law enforcement along Nigeria's coastline.
| Coast Guard overview | |
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| Formed | 2021 |
| Headquarters | Lagos |
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| Coast Guard executive |
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| Website | NCGC |
History edit
The Nigerian Coast Guard was officially established by Senator Akon Eyakenyi from Akwa Ibom South in 2021, in order to transition from the Nigerian Navy to dedicate a focus on safeguarding Nigeria's maritime interests and combating piracy, illegal fishing, and smuggling.[1][2][3] The NCGC utilizes rank similar to the Nigerian Navy.[4]
References edit
- ^ Yakubu, Dirisu (2024-02-24). "UPDATED: Security experts seek establishment of national coast guard". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 2024-05-15.
- ^ Yakubu, Dirisu (2024-02-04). "Insecurity: Tinubu advised to establish coast guard force". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 2024-05-15.
- ^ "About Us – Coast Guard". Retrieved 2024-05-15.
- ^ https://coastguard.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Nigeria-Coast-Guard-Rank.pdf.
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