Navy comparison: 
Kenya vs 
Nigeria
Nigeria's 160-ship navy outnumbers Kenya's 25 vessels (6.4:1 advantage). Of these, 25 and 147 are in active service respectively.
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Bars: weighted contribution to the SEAS Index (hulls × category weight) · figures: active hulls at each side's latest inventory year · Methodology
Key figures as of 2026
| Kenya | Nigeria | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | Kenya Navy | Nigerian Navy | |
| Total ships | 25 | 160 | 🇳🇬 6.4× |
| Active ships | 25 | 147 | 🇳🇬 5.9× |
| On order / planned | 0 | 6 | 🇳🇬 |
| Submarines | 0 | 0 | — |
| Principal surface combatants | 0 | 0 | — |
| Amphibious ships | 0 | 1 | 🇳🇬 |
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| Corvettes | 0 | 2 | 🇳🇬 |
| Patrol boats | 4 | 94 | 🇳🇬 24× |
| Mine warfare | 0 | 2 | 🇳🇬 |
| Coastal boats | 18 | 33 | 🇳🇬 1.8× |
| Auxiliaries | 3 | 13 | 🇳🇬 4.3× |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more naval ships, Kenya or Nigeria?
Nigeria has a larger navy with 160 ships compared to Kenya's 25 ships.
Which navy has more frigates, Kenya or Nigeria?
Nigeria operates 1 frigates compared to Kenya's 0.
How do the Kenya and Nigeria navies compare in size?
Nigeria's navy is 6.4 times larger than Kenya's in terms of total ships (160 vs 25).