The Global Firepower rankings, which assess conventional military strength across naval, air and ground forces, placed Nigeria 22nd worldwide for naval power—a position determined by fleet size and structure rather than defense budget allocations.
Nigeria’s maritime strength stems from its position along the Gulf of Guinea, where it maintains sea borders with Benin, Cameroon, Equatorial Guinea, Ghana, and São Tomé and Príncipe. The nation oversees approximately 853 kilometers of Atlantic coastline and an exclusive economic zone stretching 220 nautical miles offshore, encompassing vital oil installations and fishing territories.
Fleet composition