Nigerian Navy Rescues 20 Crew Members from Fire on MV Chimba Express in Calabar The Nigerian Navy confirmed the rescue of 20 crew members from the foreign vessel MV Chimba Express after a fire broke out along the Calabar Channel on December 22, 2025. The vessel, carrying 14 Nigerians and 7 Cameroonians from Gabon to Calabar, suffered a fire in its midship and aft sections. Naval personnel, supported by local fishermen and other units, rescued the crew using life buoys and administered first aid. One crew member, the Chief Engineer, remains missing after reportedly jumping overboard. Investigation into the fire’s cause and ongoing search operations continue. #NigerianNavy #MVChimbaExpress #MaritimeRescue #Calabar #FireIncident #SeafarerSafety #NigeriaNews