Navy, lawmakers, CSOs reject Nigerian coast guard, urge Senate to kill bill

• The Nigerian Navy, lawmakers, and civil society groups have rejected a bill proposing the establishment of a Nigerian Coast Guard
• Senator Adams Oshiomhole criticized the bills financial viability, arguing against creating a new agency under the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy while Nigeria depends on borrowed funds
• Legal experts and civil society leaders, including Dr. Emeka Akabogu and Igwe Ude Umanta, urged the Senate to focus on empowering current agencies

Navy, lawmakers, CSOs speak on why coast guard bill should be halted
Photo credit: @NGRSenateSource: Facebook”Countries like the UK and South Africa have demonstrated how resourceful naval forces, complemented by civilian agencies, effectively manage maritime security,” Ferreira stated.Financial concerns raised “Why establish a military service under the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy instead of the Ministry of Defense? This proposal lacks rationality,” Oshiomhole said. “The Navy and relevant agencies have repeatedly stated that additional agencies are unnecessary. This redundancy will only waste resources,” Agbese noted. CSOs and legal experts stand firm “We urge the Senate to focus on empowering existing institutions rather than duplicating efforts through this bill.” Senate takes action on Tinubus tax reform bills

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