Flags of Nigerian Ships Act. Country/Territory Nigeria Document type Legislation Date 1968 (2013) Source FAO, FAOLEX Long titleAn Act to make provision for flags to be worn by Nigerian ships other than those of the Nigerian Navy or Naval Reserve as evidence of Nigerian nationality, on all lawful occasions to be classed as ensigns and to be distinguished by their respective colours; and for other matters connected therewith. Subject Fisheries, Sea Keyword Fishing vessel Marking/identification Navigation Offences/penalties Geographical area Africa, North Atlantic, Western Africa Abstract This Act makes provision with respect to the flying of the Nigerian flag by ships that have the Nigerian nationality. They also concern the identification of ships and prohibit the flying of a flag other than on board of the ship for which it is prescribed. Full text English Website www.placng.org