Felix Asuquo
The Eastern Naval Command of the Nigerian Navy has clinched three major trophies after emerging overall winner of the 2026 Inter-Command Swimming and Sailing Competition.
The Eastern Naval Command’s performance at the 2026 competition underscores the role of sports in strengthening personnel’s physical preparedness and fostering the competitive spirit needed to meet the demands of naval operations.
The command recorded an impressive performance at the competition, winning 25 medals comprising 11 gold, 10 silver and four bronze medals.
It also secured the Overall Winner Trophy, Swimming Competition Winner Trophy and Sailing Competition Winner Trophy, further establishing its dominance in the sporting event.
The Flag Officer Commanding, Eastern Naval Command, Rear Admiral Chiedozie Okehie, received the victorious team and trophies at his office following the command’s outstanding performance.
Okehie commended the team for its achievement, noting that the victory had brought honour to the command.
He urged the participants to sustain the momentum and remain committed to excellence in subsequent competitions.
In a statement on Wednesday , the Command Information Officer, Eastern Naval Command, Navy Captain Blessed Adamu Nuhu, said the achievement reflected the command’s commitment to sporting excellence, physical fitness and teamwork.
The statement added that the command’s impressive outing also demonstrated the importance of developing the mental and physical resilience required for effective naval operations.
It noted that participation in sporting activities remained an important aspect of building discipline, endurance, coordination and teamwork among naval personnel.
