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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...

OKUAMA MILITARY ATTACK: KILLING OF MILITARY PERSONNEL ON PEACE MISSION BY IRATE YOUTHS UNACCEPTABLE- DEFENCE MINISTERS. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE


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OKUAMA MILITARY ATTACK: KILLING OF MILITARY PERSONNEL ON PEACE MISSION BY IRATE YOUTHS UNACCEPTABLE- DEFENCE MINISTERS



.... Says perpetrators must be brought to book 


The Honourable Minister of Defence, H.E  Muhammed Badaru Abubabar CON mni and the Honourable Minister of state for Defence H.E Dr Muhammed Bello Matawalle,MON has condemned in its totality the heinous attack on the Military personnel during a rescue mission of the 181 Amphibious Battalion in Okuama Community Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State, saying that the perpetrators must be brought to book.


The incident occurred on Thursday, March 14, 2024, when our troops, responding to a crisis between Okuama and Okoloba communities in Delta State, were ambushed.


According to the Honourable Ministers   the ambush  at Okuama Community, Ughelli South Local Govement Area of Delta State, resulting in the tragic loss of the Commanding Officer 181 Amphibious Battalion Lt Col AH Ali, 2 Majors, a Captain, and 12 soldiers, along with the unfortunate death of a civilian, is a matter of grave concern. "This tragic incident underscores the immense sacrifices made by our servicemen and women in the defence of our nation. Their unwavering dedication and courage in the face of danger exemplify the highest ideals of patriotism and duty"," .


President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR has directed   the Chief of Defence Staff, to actively investigate this incident to ensure that those responsible for this cowardly attack face the full force of the law.


The Ministers opined that : "We affirm our unwavering commitment to safeguarding the security and well-being of all Nigerians and will not tolerate any threat to our nation’s sovereignty and stability. Additionally, we assure the Nigerian people that every effort will be made to bring the perpetrators to justice, and we remain resolute in our pursuit of peace and tranquillity across the nation in line with the renewed hope agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.


Badaru and Matawalle reiterated the Federal Government's resolve in maintaining,  securing the nation and the good people of Nigeria.


According to them : "Our unwavering support for the armed forces and their efforts to maintain peace and stability across the country is not  negotiable. We will continue to work tirelessly towards achieving lasting peace and tranquillity in every region of our dear country. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families, colleagues, and loved ones of the fallen soldiers, as well as with the entire nation mourning this irreparable loss. We stand united in grief with all well-meaning Nigerians and the men and women of our armed forces during this difficult time.


  The Defence Headquarters and Chief of Defence Staff have been granted full authority to bring to justice anybody found to have been responsible for this unconscionable crime against the Nigerian people, by the President.


For them , Nigerian security would be better under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's watch, saying that this incidence would not stop the Nigerian gallant Military from performing their constitutional duty of provision of security for all Nigerians.


Henshaw Ogubike Mnipr FCAi Fsca Fcpe

Director (Information and Public Relations)

For: Hon ministers

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