Nigerian Naval Officer Gets British Britannia Sword Award In The UK. Photo

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Nigerian Naval Officer Gets British Britannia Sword Award In The UK. Photo

A Nigerian naval officer has been rewarded for enthusiasm and commitment to his training at Britannia Royal Naval College (BRNC) in the UK. Abdulrahman Buniyamin, a sub lieutenant, was presented with a ceremonial sword by Royal Marines, Vice Chief of the Defence Staff, Gordon Messenger, during the final passing-out-parade held at BRNC on Friday.


Among the VIP guests invited to attend the parade was the Defence Advisor at the Nigerian High Commissioner, Gbolahan Oyefesobi, a Brigadier General in the Nigerian Army

The sword, sponsored by the Britannia Association, the College Alumni, also recognisec the Cadet who improved the most during training.

Mr. Buniyamin trained at the College between February and October 2015, completing the 30-week initial naval training course alongside his UK counterparts.

Through hard work and dedication, he overcame initial difficulties to meet the standards required of him, putting in extra hours of study and foregoing his free time for private tutoring.

During his time at the world-renowned College, Mr. Buniyamin achieved a Royal Yacht Association Powerboat Level 2 qualification and became known as the first to volunteer for any extra task.

Mr. Buniyamin, who is currently serving on the Nigerian Navy ship Burutu, said: “I am very happy to receive this prize.
I put in my best effort for every activity, be it assessed or not assessed.

My knowledge has improved by being here, which has made me a better Naval officer back at home.”