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The Mandate

The Nigrian Naval College is responsible for the Training of Officers for Sub-Technical Course, Midshipmen and Officer Cadets before Commissioning into the Nigeria Navy towards actualizing the CNS Strategic Directive and realization of the CNS mission. The Nigerian Naval College has the mandate of conductive effective training into the Nigeria Navy.

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Training

Training in the Nigerian Navy is the backbone of the service. The College has been refitted with the infrastructure provided and deployed well engaged personnel to bring efficiency and efectiveness to the conducts of training.

Technology

In todays military, technology is key, both in force management and equipment usage. The College is exploring technology options and solutions to bring Cadets and officers to a place with great knowledge in technology and enable its usage for the attendment of our goals.

Service

Delivery quality and optimal performance of training is critical to the success of the mandate of the Nigerian Navy.

About

A Breif history of the College

The Nigerian Naval College NNC was established to conduct ab-initio training for the Regular Cadets and Direct Short Service Cadets as well as Midshipmen from Nigerian Defence Academy. Over the years, the courses conducted by the College has expanded to include Leadership and Management Course (LMC) for Sub Technical Course (STC) officers, Basic Security and Maritime Operation Course (BSMOC), Search and Seizure (VBSS) Course and Humanitarian Law Course. Some of these courses are facilitated by the British Military Advisory Training Team (BMATT), International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and Deep Cover Guards Limited.

Mission

"To provide initial, specialist, professional and bespoke training/education to NN, AFN and other Nigerian/international agencies’ personnel through collaboration with relevant stakeholders towards optimal Nigerian Navy performance”

Vision

“A highly motivated professional naval force capable of shaping the security outcomes within Nigeria’s maritime domain and the littorals including land-based engagements in fulfilment of Nigeria’s national interest.”

Strategy

The strategic approach is filing the gap first and advancing specialised learning across naval disciplines

News

The Nigerian Naval College conducts various training activites some upcoming activities are listed below

Sub-Technical Officers Course

The College recently concluded the Leadership Management Course for STC Batch 32/24

Midshipman Commissioning Board

The Midshipman Commissioning Board for 71 Regular Course was recently concluded in the College. The conduct of the Board is to assess the knowledge,awareness and readiness of the Midshipmen. The Board serves as final exam before they are commission Officers in the Nigerian Navy.

Ex-Camp Ruwan Yaro

NDA Cadets of 73RC recently concluded Ex-Camp Ruwan Yaro which was aimed familiarizing naval cadets on sea training, visit to military establishment, practical and theory classes among others.

Ex-Ironman Competition

Midshipmen of 71 Regular Course undergoes the maiden Ex-Ironman competition which comprises 3km Jogging, 50mtr Swimming, Boat handling, Obstacle crossing was recently introduced by The Commandant to boost the spirit of sportmanship and team work of the Midshipmen and to enhance their level of endurance and morale.