Career in the Nigerian Navy is not different from what is obtainable worldwide. As you may already know, the Nigerian Navy has its origin from the Royal Navy.

Just like the Nigerian Army and Nigerian Air force, the Nigerian Navy is comprised of two cadres, viz: Commissioned Officers Cadre and Non-Commissioned Officers Cadre (Also known as the Ratings Cadre).

Commissioned Officers Cadre: There are three (3) ways of getting into this cadre, namely: Regular/Presidential Commission, Direct Short Service Commission and Special Duty Commission.

Regular/Presidential Commission: Candidates who wish to be commissioned through this way must pass through the Nigerian Defence Academy. Presently, the duration of the programme is five years, after which successful participants are awarded a Degree in their various disciplines and are commissioned into the Nigerian Navy as Sub Lieutenants.

Direct Short Service Commission: This is strictly for candidates with a minimum of HND or B.Sc. The training duration is 9 months.

Special Duty Commission: This method of commission is reserved for Non-Commissioned Officers (Ratings) who have distinguished themselves in their various fields. To qualify for the SD Commission, you must be a Leading Seaman (Sergeant Equivalent), have served a minimum of 12 years and less than 35 years old.

Commissioned Officers Rank Structure

Admiral of the Fleet
Admiral
Vice Admiral
Rear Admiral
Commodore
Captain
Commander
Lieutenant Commander
Lieutenant
Sub Lieutenant

One must spend at least four years on a rank before being promoted to the next rank. This duration is also applicable to the Non-Commissioned Officers Cadre.

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