Navy: Unauthorised use of our uniform, insignia is an offence

The Nigerian Navy has warned Nigerians against using its uniforms, accoutrements, and insignia without authorisation.

In a statement on Friday, Aiwuyor Adams-Aliu, director of naval information, said the use of the uniform without authorisation is an offence,

Adam-Aliu said there has been an indiscriminate use of naval uniforms and equipment by some civilians without permission.

He said the unauthorised use of the Nigerian Navy uniform is an offence under Nigerian law in chapter 12, section 110 (1) and (2) of the Criminal Code.

“Any person who is not serving in any of the armed forces of Nigeria and wears the uniform or any part of the uniform of such forces, or any dress having the appearance, is guilty of an offence,” NAN quoted him as saying.

“Accordingly, the public is hereby warned to desist from wearing or appearing in naval uniforms and accoutrements at all times.

“Finally, anyone found in breach of these regulations can be arrested and prosecuted in accordance with the law.”