The Nigerian Navy has officially dismissed a serving officer, a Lieutenant, and handed him a sentence of three years imprisonment after he was found guilty of engaging in a highly scandalous and immoral sexual relationship with the wife of a fellow officer. The shocking revelation has sent ripples across military circles, raising serious concerns about discipline, ethics, and the moral standing of officers serving under the naval command.
The punishment came after the conclusion of a Special Court Martial (SCM), which carefully reviewed the case and convicted the officer on four separate counts. The charges included sexual relations with the wife of a service personnel, acts of scandalous conduct unbecoming of a naval officer, deliberate deception of a witness during proceedings, and violations of the Nigerian Navy’s strict code of conduct. The SCM’s verdict was described as firm yet just, reflecting the seriousness with which the Navy views such misconduct.
According to military sources, the dismissal and imprisonment of the officer officially took effect on November 23, 2024, but the formal execution of the punishment was carried out on August 29, 2025, at the prestigious Nigerian Navy Institute of Technology (NNIT) Parade Ground in Sapele, Delta State. The decision was executed in a ceremonial yet disciplinary manner to emphasize the Navy’s position on maintaining integrity and discipline within the ranks.
Reliable insiders confirmed that the judgment followed a painstaking legal review of all trial proceedings, ensuring that the accused officer was properly arraigned, given full opportunity to defend himself, and that due process was thoroughly adhered to. This ensured that the decision would stand the test of scrutiny and reaffirm the credibility of the military justice system.
“The SCM, at the conclusion of its proceedings, found the dismissed officer guilty as charged on all counts, hence the sentence of three years’ imprisonment and his dismissal from the Nigerian Navy,” a source revealed, stressing that the verdict reflected the uncompromising nature of military law.
The Nigerian Navy Board later upheld and confirmed the ruling, underscoring the service’s strict zero tolerance policy towards misconduct, indiscipline, and actions capable of tarnishing the image of the naval force. Senior naval officials also reiterated that such cases, though rare, serve as a reminder of the consequences of violating professional ethics and betraying the trust of comrades.
This case has since become one of the most high-profile disciplinary actions within the Nigerian Navy in recent years, sparking debates both within and outside military circles. It stands as a stern warning to officers across all ranks that violations of military codes of conduct will not only be met with swift justice but also carry severe personal and professional consequences.
The dismissal and imprisonment of the officer serve as a message that the Nigerian Navy remains committed to upholding discipline, protecting the honor of its officers and their families, and preserving the integrity of the armed forces as a whole.