 Now, the first ever joint event and strengthening Nigeria-EU cooperation on maritime was held in Lagos at the Nigerian Navy Western Naval Command. The event was organized jointly by the Nigerian Navy, the EU delegation to Nigeria, and the EU member states operating under the EU coordinated maritime presence initiative. The event solidifies the close partnership that has developed between the Nigerian Navy, the European Union and the EU member states operating in the region. In recent years, relations have deepened between the partners through enhanced operational cooperation, joint exercises, trainings, capacity development, as well as increased information sharing and exchange have also helped. Over the European Union, as we seek to ensure safer seas within the Gulf of Guinea, it is not the one person's affair, all of our government approach. A key requirement for the use of this great common is the safety of the sea during transversing periods. Therefore, the Nigerian-European Union collaborative effort on maritime security is very demanding. Working together is the same for now, in the sale to defend the seas by enhanced maritime security and safety needed to promote international trade, protect the environment and guarantee use of the sea for legitimate businesses. Let me start of course by acknowledging today a mutual helpful cooperation with the Nigerian Navy and our common vision based on shared values and experiences, and a preserving security and stability. The Nigerian Navy has shown and shows great foresight in nurturing the vision of multilateral cooperation. You know, maritime engagements that include Navy work together really to improve interoperability and connectivity. Hello, hope you enjoyed the news. Please do subscribe to our YouTube channel and don't forget to hit the notification button so you get notified about fresh news updates.