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Red Sea Crisis and Impact on Shipping
As the Red Sea Crisis continues, we consider the impact on shipping.
Four Nigerian Troops Killed by Suspected Pirates
4 Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCD) troops were killed by suspected pirates.
Nigeria Welcomes 24 Maritime Nations to Lagos
The gathering of 24 littoral African countries in Lagos began on November 6 and will end on November 9.
Germany Eyes Nigerian Natural Gas
German Chancellor, Olaf Schulz, visited Abuja on Sunday, 29 October 2023.
Nigerian Navy Burns Confiscated Oil Vessel MV Cecilia
The Nigerian Navy has reportedly burned an oil vessel dubbed “MV Cecilia”.
Nigeria Creates New Maritime Ministry
Nigeria has established a new standalone maritime ministry.
Nigeria: A Dynamic and Evolving Risk Environment – Are we seeing a resurgence of Piracy in the Gulf of Guinea?
Arete analysts have noted an increase in criminal activity in the maritime environment in the last five weeks.
A New President, Possible Security Solutions
In this latest Deep Dive we shall analyse the potential solutions to Nigeria's security problems.
A New President, A New Security Paradigm…..Or Just More Of The Same?
Review of potential developments in the security environment following the inauguration of Nigeria's new president.
Chinese Navy strengthens bilateral relationships with Nigeria
Chinese Navy strengthens bilateral relationships with Nigeria in historic visit.
Ghana’s Navy receives Marine Protector Boats from US
The Ghanaian Navy received two former US Coast Guard Marine Protector patrol boats supplied by the United States.
Maritime Threats in the Gulf of Guinea – An Update
This report examines recent developments in the maritime operating environment in the Gulf of Guinea.
Africa’s Biggest Refinery Launched in Nigeria
On Monday, May 22, 2023, Africa's biggest oil refinery was launched in Nigeria.
Nigerian FG Commissions New Assets to Ramp up Maritime Security
On Sunday, May 21, 2023, the Nigerian Federal Government commissioned 14 enforcement and security boats.
US Consular Team Attacked in Anambra Update 1 – Further Details and Analysis
Additional details have been made public regarding the attack on a US diplomatic convoy on Tuesday, 16 May 2023 in Anambra State, including arrests being made. Here we detail these updates and give further analysis.
US Consular Team Attacked in Anambra, Four Dead – An Initial Analysis
A US consular team travelling in Anambra State was attacked and 4 personnel were killed. 3 personnel were also reported abducted in the attack.
Nigerian Navy to set up Maritime Taskforce
Nigerian Navy disclosed plans by Nigeria to set up a Maritime Task Force.
Turkish National Abducted in Abuja
Turkish National Abducted in Abuja on the 3rd of May
The Indigenous People of Biafra – The Southeast’s Own Terrorist Group
IPOB is a separatist movement comprising of numerous factions and associated groups. Read more about them.
