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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...

LAWMA ROLLS OUT ADDITIONAL TOLL-FREE NUMBER.(PHOTO).#PRESS RELEASE




 LAWMA ROLLS OUT ADDITIONAL TOLL-FREE NUMBER



The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has rolled out an additional dedicated toll-free number, 080000LAWMA, to streamline communication and improve residents’ accessibility to the organisation’s waste management services. 


Managing Director/CEO of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin said the launch of the new toll-free number was meant to expand available communication channels with the public, for enhanced operational activities, towards a more efficient and comprehensive waste disposal solutions for Lagosians.


He said, "At LAWMA, we recognise the critical role that communication plays in effective waste management. By introducing this additional toll-free number, we are removing barriers and making it easier for residents to report issues, request services, and stay informed about LAWMA's activities."


Gbadegesin stated that the 080000LAWMA line would connect callers directly with dedicated representatives, trained to address a range of waste-related concerns, adding that residents could report illegal dumping, request waste collection, inquire about PSP operations, and access information on LAWMA's various services. 


He noted that, beyond enhanced communication, LAWMA was also doubling down on its core operational services, which included strengthened PSP partnerships, enhanced marine waste services, prioritising healthcare waste, tackling market waste, among others, to optimise waste management across the state.


The LAWMA boss admonished residents to imbibe the culture of proper waste containerisation and disposal, which he said, would help shield people from diverse contagious diseases.


For waste management related issues, call LAWMA toll-free numbers: 080000LAWMA (08000052962), 07080601020 and 617 or send an email to info@lawma.gov.ng.

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