By Adaku Onyenucheya

The Nigerian Navy’s Western Naval Command has reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing its partnership with SIFAX Group to ensure the security of the nation’s coastal and maritime environment.

During a courtesy visit to SIFAX Group’s management, the Flag Officer Commanding (FOC) of the Western Naval Command, Rear Admiral Michael Gregory Oamen, expressed appreciation for SIFAX Group’s unwavering support for the Navy.

He emphasised the critical role of collaboration between the military and private sector stakeholders in maintaining a secure and thriving maritime industry.

Oamen said the Navy has a constitutional mandate to secure the maritime domain for both economic activities and national security.

“This is not a task we can accomplish alone. Over the years, our cooperation with key maritime stakeholders like SIFAX Group has been instrumental in achieving our objectives,” Oamen stated.

He noted that the visit served as a platform for both parties to reaffirm their shared vision of fostering a secure maritime environment that facilitates business operations, logistics, and national economic growth.

Oamen further pledged the Nigerian Navy’s commitment to maintaining vigilance in safeguarding the nation’s waters.

The Coordinating Director, SIFAX Group, Mrs. Wunmi Eniola-Jegede, welcomed the naval delegation and acknowledged the longstanding mutual support between both entities.

She stated that the company considers itself home to all stakeholders in the maritime sector, including the Nigerian Navy.

“We value our partnership and look forward to continued collaboration to enhance maritime security and trade,” she said.

She reiterated SIFAX Group’s commitment to supporting the Navy’s mission in securing the maritime sector.