The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has disowned the Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) MV Skipper, arrested by the US Navy for alleged crude oil theft and other crimes.
Points:
Not Nigerian-Flagged: MV Skipper is not registered with NIMASA
Owners Not Recognized: Thomarose Global Ventures Limited not registered as a shipping company with NIMASA
Last Sighting: Vessel was in Nigerian waters on July 1, 2024, before moving to Asia and Caribbean
NIMASA’s Director General, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, assures collaboration with US authorities in ongoing investigations, emphasizing zero tolerance for criminality in Nigerian waters.
