OVER 25 MILLION PHONES STOLEN IN ONE YEAR- FG. (PHOTO).

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 Over 25 million phones stolen in one year – FG The Crime Experience and Security Perception Survey report of the National Bureau of Statistics, a Federal Government agency, shows that Nigeria recorded 25.35 million phone theft cases between May 2023 and April 2024. According to the report, this was the most common type of crime within the period under review. The report read, “The number of crimes experienced by individuals in Nigeria was analysed over a period of time. The results show that theft of phones (25,354,417) was the most common crime experienced by individuals, followed by consumer fraud (12,107,210) and assault (8,453,258). However, hijacking of cars (333,349) was the least crime experienced by individuals within the reference period.” It also noted that most phone theft cases occurred either at home or in a public place, and about 90 per cent of such cases were reported to the police. Despite the high rate of the incident being reported, only about 11.7 per cent of t...

PERSONNEL WELFARE: IGP ORDERS ASSESSMENT, PROMOTION OF TRAFFIC WARDENS.(PHOTO).#PRESS RELEASE.


PERSONNEL WELFARE: IGP ORDERS ASSESSMENT, PROMOTION OF TRAFFIC WARDENS


The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Usman Alkali Baba, CFR, in continuation of his drive to ensure the elevation of deserving officers of the Force to their next ranks on the basis of years in service, experience, and qualification, and his unwaveringly dedication to ensuring robust and equitable career progression within the Nigeria Police Force, has ordered the assessment of officers of the Traffic Warden Service of the Nigeria Police Force as part of the pre-condition for promotion to their next ranks. 

The Traffic Wardens Service whose ranking differ from that of regular officers in line with Part XV of the Police Act 2020, are tasked with the general control and direction of motor traffic on the highway, assisting pedestrians to close roads, controlling vehicles stopping or parking in unauthorized places, and control, regulation and enforcement of laws relating to road traffic in Nigeria.

The commitment of the Inspector-General of Police to ensuring proper career progression in the Nigeria Police Force is evident through the establishment of a transparent promotion system, emphasis on training and capacity building, provision of professional development opportunities, and the promotion of a conducive work environment. These initiatives collectively empower officers to reach their full potential, enhance their capabilities, and contribute effectively to the safety and security of the nation. 

CSP OLUMUYIWA ADEJOBI, mnipr, mipra,
FORCE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,
FORCE HEADQUARTERS,
ABUJA.

June 13, 2023

 

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