The Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla, has confirmed his attendance at the upcoming OpenLife Annual Summit (OAS), set to take place on August 22, 2024, at Eko Hotels, Victoria Island, Lagos.
The summit 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: “Creating an Enabling Environment for Economic Growth Through Strategic Tackling of Insecurity.”
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.