The Nigerian Navy has arrested eight suspected stowaways who were attempting to illegally migrate to Europe aboard the vessel MSC Katyani. The incident occurred off the coast of Lagos State on Friday, 17th January 2025.
The suspects were apprehended by Nigerian Navy Ship BEECROFT and subsequently handed over to the Deputy Superintendent of Immigration, Dalhatu Musa, at the Lagos Ports/Marine Command in Apapa, Lagos.
The individuals are believed to have planned to reach Europe by stowing away on the commercial vessel, which was en route to international waters.
In a statement released on Wednesday, the Nigerian Navy confirmed the arrests, highlighting their ongoing efforts to combat illegal migration.
The statement reads: “On Friday, 17 January 2025, Nigerian Navy Ship BEECROFT apprehended 8 suspected stowaways onboard MSC KATYANI with the intention to illegally migrate to Europe.
“Consequently, the suspects were handed over to the Deputy Superintendent of Immigration Dalhatu Musa of Lagos Ports/Marine Command, Apapa Lagos.”
