What Crew Members Say About Halima

In a heartbreaking incident on February 4, 2023, six individuals lost their lives while undertaking tank cleaning operations aboard the vessel 'Halima' near Atlas Cove in Lagos. Initial reports suggest that the fatalities were likely the result of inhaling toxic fumes during the cleaning processes. The dire situation prompted a distress call from the ship, which was received by the Western Region Control Centre (WRCC) of the Falcon Eye, a crucial facility for the Nigerian Navy's Maritime Domain Awareness. This call indicated the vessel's position at approximately 3.04 nautical miles southwest of the Lagos Fairway Buoy. In a swift response, a rescue team from the NNS Beekcroft’s task force departed from Takwa jetty to assist the vessel, effectively navigating to its anchored coordinates at 06°20’58″ N, 003°21’56″ E. Following a valiant rescue effort, the victims were promptly evacuated to Mekwe Jetty in Victoria Island. Subsequently, the vessel's owner ensured their transport to the Military Hospital located in Ikoyi for essential medical treatment.

In a recent transaction, a maritime vessel has been sold for a significant sum of $14.5 million. The details of the buyer remain undisclosed, adding an air of intrigue to this lucrative deal. This sale highlights the ongoing dynamics in the shipping industry and the strong demand for vessels among undisclosed buyers.