“This is in line with the president’s directive to eradicate crude oil theft in order to ramp up Nigeria’s oil production and exports,” he said.
Mrs Tinubu said the acquisition of the high endurance offshore patrol vessels was another feat in the Tinubu administration.
The senate president thanked the retired senior officers for devoting themselves to the defence of the nation.
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Mr Amakiri said the quantity of the petrol product translates to about 15,540 litres, valued at ₦9,479,400 at the current rate of about N610 per litre.
The statement also denied that Mr Ogalla accepted bribes totalling over $170 million over the past six months.
“We call for patience as the investigative process unfolds.’’
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Preliminary investigations estimated the chief of naval staff had accepted over $170 million in bribes over the past six months alone.
Mr Tinubu, after that, signed the anniversary register and released the ceremonial pigeons as a symbol of national peace and freedom.
“This year, we have made significant progress in fleet renewal efforts.
Mr Ogalla gave the commendation at the NOWA Christmas Carol and Night of Nine Lessons, held on Sunday in Abuja.
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