Nigerian Navy builds five vessels to curb maritime crime

From Molly Kilete, Abuja

The Nigerian Navy on Tuesday said it has built five local vessels since 2010 to intensify its indigenous shipbuilding drive. It also said that two additional seaward defence boats and a ferry are currently under construction.

The Chief of Policy and Plans, Rear Admiral Akinola Olatunde, disclosed this on Thursday during a press briefing in Abuja to herald activities…