Navy Dismisses Sailor After 1,346 Days Absent Without Leave

The Nigerian Navy announced the dismissal of SMUW Bello (MX14540) after he was absent without official leave for 1,346 days. He failed to report back for duty since November 2019. In a statement on April 25, 2026, the Navy confirmed Bello’s dismissal on grounds of desertion. It warned that anyone who interacts with him as naval personnel does so at their own risk.

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