MDAT-GoG issue warning regarding a Piracy Action Group being located, Gulf of Guinea
Issued: 2 months, 1 week ago
Date Reference Region Category Aggressors Source
2025-05-23 13:01:00 CW Alert 030- (May 25) West Africa Maritime incident Pirates MDAT-GoG
The MDAT-GoG has released a notice that a Pirate Action Group were located in the waters Southwest of Brass, Nigeria (exact location not specified). The group were located on 23rd May 2025 at 13:01 UTC. The MDAT-GoG strongly recommend increased vigilance when navigating in this area.
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