Abuja, Nigeria – (African Boulevard News) – The Nigerian Navy has announced they will honor President Muhammadu Buhari with a Presidential Fleet Review, which will include a parade of 16 warships, helicopters, and fighter jets. The event is set to feature foreign warships from Spain, Brazil, and Ghana, as well.
The Presidential Fleet Review is set to take place 19 days before the end of President Buhari’s tenure. The event will feature a review of the country’s maritime fleet and military might.
According to the Nigerian Navy, the event will showcase the capability of the country’s maritime environment to handle the security threats of piracy, oil theft, and other illegal activities.
“The Presidential Fleet Review is an opportunity for the Nigerian Navy to showcase its capabilities in maritime warfare and also to honor our outgoing President Muhammadu Buhari. We are proud to have secured the participation of foreign warships from Spain, Brazil, and Ghana,” said the Nigerian Navy’s Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Awwal Zubairu Gambo.
The parade will include warships such as the NNS Thunder and NNS Okpabana, as well as the Nigerian Air Force’s Alpha Jets, which are fighter jets used for training and combat missions. Additionally, there will be helicopters showcased, which include the Augusta AW101 and AW109 helicopters.
The Presidential Fleet Review is a tradition that dates back to the early days of naval warfare, and it is a way to honor the commander-in-chief of the armed forces. The event is significant as it allows the Navy to display its military power and capabilities to the world.
“The Presidential Fleet Review is a great opportunity for the Nigerian Navy to showcase its capabilities to the world. It is not only an honor to President Muhammadu Buhari but an indelible part of the country’s naval history,” said a maritime expert.
In conclusion, the Presidential Fleet Review is set to be a grand occasion to celebrate the achievements of the Nigerian Navy and honor outgoing President Muhammadu Buhari. The event will be a testament to the strength and capabilities of the Nigerian maritime fleet and military.
