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1 dead, 2 injured as militants attack Universal Energy Resources in Akwa Ibom

The Police Command in Akwa Ibom has confirmed the killing of one person and injury to two others, as militants allegedly attacked Universal Energy Resources Ltd. (UERL), in Unyenge, Mbo Local..
January 24, 2022

EU Renews its Commitment to Anti-Piracy Patrols in Gulf of Guinea

The European Union (EU) intends to carry on with the deployment of its member states' warships in the Gulf of Guinea to stem the recurring menace of piracy.
January 24, 2022

Linking maritime governance with maritime security

For centuries, oceans—covering more than 70 percent of our planet—have been and still continue to be a major source of food, energy, and livelihoods.

Suspicious Sighting

UKMTO Watchkeeper:
January 20, 2022

NIMASA, NDLEA Close Ranks Against Illicit Drugs

The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) and National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have agreed to strengthen cooperation in the execution of their respective mandates in..
January 20, 2022

Lamu port expansion could expose Kenya to more crime

Kenya’s $3.6 billion ports master plan will transform the country’s sea, lake and dry ports over the next 30 years. Modern ports that comply with the International Maritime Organization (IMO) codes..
January 19, 2022

Increased Risk of Piracy

MDAT-GOG has been made aware that there is an increased threat of piracy activity in the following area. Cancel this Warning 24 to 48 hours after release.
January 18, 2022

Armed Groups Clash in Libyan Capital

Clashes reportedly broke out in Libya's Capital between rival armed groups near the port of Tripoli.
January 18, 2022

EU anti-piracy mission risks ejection from Somalia

The EU's flagship naval operation risks losing permission to pursue pirates in Somalia's waters due to local politics.
January 18, 2022
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Out of the Shadows and Into the Light Background context to the Iran-Israel Shadow War  

On July 29th, the Panama-flagged oil tanker M/T MERCER STREET was attacked off the coast of Oman, resulting in the deaths of two onboard personnel: a Romanian national, understood to be the vessel..
January 18, 2022