Nigeria’s Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, has reaffirmed the Navy’s commitment to improving security around Lake Chad during a working visit to Borno State.
During the visit, he assessed operations at the Lake Chad Naval Base and met with military commanders in Maiduguri before travelling to Baga.
He said naval troops were making steady progress in clearing waterways and insurgents’ hideouts, reopening routes that were previously inaccessible.
According to him, improved security has enabled fishermen, farmers, traders and transport operators to return safely, supporting the gradual revival of economic activities.
Lake Chad, shared by Nigeria and neighbouring countries, has endured over a decade of insurgency, with security experts noting that sustained military dominance would significantly weaken terrorist activities in the region.
