Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla.

The Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla, has confirmed his attendance at the upcoming OpenLife Magazine Annual Summit OAS, scheduled to hold August 22, 2024, at Eko Hotels, Victoria Island, Lagos.

According to a statement by the organisers, the summit with the theme: “Creating an Enabling Environment for Economic Growth Through Strategic Tackling of Insecurity”, will feature a distinguished panel of speakers, including Senator {Chief} Akin Odunsi, Professor Odion Akhaine, Barrister Adewole Adebayo, and the South African Consul-General in Lagos, Professor Bobby Moroe.

These thought leaders will outline strategic solutions to Nigeria’s endemic insecurity and struggling economic growth, aligning with the summit’s theme.

Vice Admiral Ogalla’s participation signals the Nigerian Navy’s commitment to supporting efforts aimed at fostering national security and economic resilience. His insights are expected to enrich the discussions, particularly in areas related to maritime security and its impact on the broader national security framework.