The Nigerian Navy has taken delivery of a 46 metre long patrol boat donated by the People’s Republic of China.
China’s ambassador to Nigeria, Cui Jian Chun, who spoke at the joint handover ceremony, said the delivery was part of efforts to strengthen ties between China and Nigeria, and the boat would help the Nigerian navy combat maritime crimes and ensure safety in the Gulf of Guinea.
“With the support and donation of equipment and platforms from strategic partners like the People’s Republic of China, capabilities of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria will be further improved,” said defence minister Bashir Magashi.
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