21 February
Four to six armed pirates aboard a speedboat attempted to board an underway container ship at 0116 hrs local time, 80 nm southwest of Brass. The pirates opened fire on the ship and attempted to board twice, although failed due to evasive manoeuvring. The captain raised the alarm and non-essential crew mustered in the citadel during the attack. The pirates abandoned pursuit after the second attempt. Crew and vessel were reported safe. Pirates regularly attempt to board underway tankers and cargo ships in the Gulf of Guinea, mostly to kidnap crew for ransom.
Pirates board supply vessel off Bonny Island
21 February
An unconfirmed number of pirates boarded an offshore supply vessel about 34 nm southeast of Bonny Island at approximately 1320 hrs local time. The vessel sustained minor damage. The pirates aborted the boarding attempt and escaped before authorities arrived. Crew were reported safe. A Nigerian navy vessel was dispatched to escort the vessel to safety.
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