Navy Hands Over Five Suspected Stowaways to Immigration, Warns Against Illegal Sea TravelThe Nigerian Navy Ship BEECROFT has handed over five suspected stowaways to the Nigeria Immigration Service following their rescue from the merchant vessel, MT CHINAFRIE HAPPINESS. The suspects were discovered on June 17, 2026, concealed inside the ship’s rudder compartment after allegedly attempting to travel illegally to India. The handover is part of ongoing collaboration among security agencies aimed at curbing illegal migration and strengthening maritime safety and security. The Navy identified the suspects as Segun Samuel Boyewa, Kingsley Chukwu, Joseph Judge, Moses Aletor, and Abdullahi Danlami. The Nigerian Navy is urging parents, guardians, and community leaders to discourage young people from embarking on dangerous and illegal sea voyages.