The Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, has commended Abia State Governor Alex Otti for supporting infrastructure development at the Nigerian Navy College of Accounts and Finance in Owerrinta.
Abbas gave the commendation on Monday during the commissioning of upgraded facilities at the college, including improved internal roads, a resurfaced parade ground, a reconstructed swimming pool and 10 one-bedroom transit accommodation units for junior officers.
Represented by the Flag Officer Commanding, Naval Training Command, Rear Admiral Ebiobowei Zipele, the naval chief said cooperation between the Abia State Government and the Nigerian Navy was important for effective training, personnel welfare and operational efficiency.
He also highlighted the potential economic benefits of the proposed Azumini Seaport, saying it could attract investment, support trade and create employment opportunities. He noted that plans for a naval base in the area would require assessments of operational needs, logistics and funding.
Otti, in turn, reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting federal institutions and security agencies operating in Abia. He said the state would continue working with the Navy and other agencies to strengthen security and community development.
The governor also expressed confidence in the proposed seaport, disclosing that feasibility studies were ongoing. He said a naval base could help provide security for the project and its supporting infrastructure.
Officials said the completed improvements at the college were intended to enhance training, support personnel welfare and improve the institution’s operational capacity.
Abbas gave the commendation on Monday during the commissioning of upgraded facilities at the college, including improved internal roads, a resurfaced parade ground, a reconstructed swimming pool and 10 one-bedroom transit accommodation units for junior officers.
Represented by the Flag Officer Commanding, Naval Training Command, Rear Admiral Ebiobowei Zipele, the naval chief said cooperation between the Abia State Government and the Nigerian Navy was important for effective training, personnel welfare and operational efficiency.
He also highlighted the potential economic benefits of the proposed Azumini Seaport, saying it could attract investment, support trade and create employment opportunities. He noted that plans for a naval base in the area would require assessments of operational needs, logistics and funding.
Otti, in turn, reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting federal institutions and security agencies operating in Abia. He said the state would continue working with the Navy and other agencies to strengthen security and community development.
The governor also expressed confidence in the proposed seaport, disclosing that feasibility studies were ongoing. He said a naval base could help provide security for the project and its supporting infrastructure.
Officials said the completed improvements at the college were intended to enhance training, support personnel welfare and improve the institution’s operational capacity.
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The Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, has praised Abia Governor Alex Otti for supporting infrastructure upgrades at the Nigerian Navy College of Accounts and Finance, while discussions continue over a proposed naval base to secure the planned Azumini Seaport. The Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, has commended Abia State Governor...
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- The Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, has praised Abia Governor Alex Otti for supporting infrastructure upgrades at the Nigerian Navy College of Accounts and Finance, while discussions continue over a proposed naval base to secure the planned Azumini Seaport.
- The Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, has commended Abia State Governor Alex Otti for supporting infrastructure development at the Nigerian Navy College of Accounts and Finance in Owerrinta.Abbas gave the commendation on Monday during the commissioning of upgraded facilities at the college, including improved internal roads, a resurfaced parade ground, a reconstructed swimming pool and 10 one-bedroom transit accommodation units for junior officers.Represented by the Flag Officer Commanding, Naval Training Command, Rear Admiral Ebiobowei Zipele, the naval chief said cooperation between the Abia State Government and the Nigerian Navy was important for effective training, personnel welfare and operational efficiency.He also highlighted the potential economic benefits of the proposed Azumini Seaport, saying it could attract investment, support trade and create employment opportunities.
- He noted that plans for a naval base in the area would require assessments of operational needs, logistics and funding.Otti, in turn, reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting federal institutions and security agencies operating in Abia.
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The Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, has praised Abia Governor Alex Otti for supporting infrastructure upgrades at the Nigerian Navy College of Accounts and Finance, while discussions continue over a proposed naval base to secure the planned Azumini Seaport. The Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, has commended Abia State Governor...
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