By Rhoda Godwin, Yenagoa
FOB FORMOSO Marks Nigerian Navy @70 with Special Jumat Prayer, Calls for Peace and Professionalism
As insecurity and maritime threats continue to challenge national security, personnel of Forward Operating Base (FOB) FORMOSO have been urged to remain committed to professionalism, discipline and national service.
The charge was given during a special Jumat prayer organised by FOB FORMOSO on Thursday as part of activities marking the 70th anniversary celebration of the Nigerian Navy.
Held at the FOB FORMOSO Mosque, the solemn prayer session brought together officers, ratings, civilian staff and friends of the Nigerian Navy who gathered to seek divine guidance and blessings for the Service and the nation.
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Delivering his sermon, the Imam of the Base Mosque, Abdulkadir Abdulkareem, stressed the need for peace, unity, cooperation and dedication to duty among personnel.
He prayed for the continued growth and success of the Nigerian Navy and encouraged officers and ratings to remain steadfast in carrying out the will of Almighty Allah while discharging their responsibilities.
According to him, commitment to righteousness and discipline remains essential to achieving operational success and sustaining peace within the country’s maritime domain.
The Commanding Officer of FOB FORMOSO, Captain SK Haruna, represented by the Acting Executive Officer, Lieutenant Commander GH Yaro, conveyed the goodwill message of the Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral I. Abbas, to officers and men of the Base.
In the message, the Chief of the Naval Staff charged naval personnel to uphold professionalism, discipline, innovation and selflessness in the discharge of their duties.
He noted that the responsibility of taking the Nigerian Navy to greater heights rests collectively on all personnel and urged them to continue strengthening operational capabilities toward securing Nigeria’s maritime environment.
The message further emphasized that effective maritime security remains critical to national security and economic prosperity, calling on personnel to sustain their commitment to protecting the nation’s territorial waters and maritime assets.
The special Jumat prayer formed part of nationwide activities commemorating the Nigerian Navy’s 70 years of service and contributions to safeguarding the country’s maritime interests.
The event concluded with a group photograph session and light refreshments shared among personnel and guests in attendance.
