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...

IGP EGBETOKUN COMMENDS SUCCESSFUL RESCUE OF KIDNAPPED MINORS, AS FATHER REUNITE WITH HIS DAUGHTERS. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.


 PRESS RELEASE

IGP EGBETOKUN COMMENDS SUCCESSFUL RESCUE OF KIDNAPPED MINORS



As Father Reunites with his Daughters


The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, lauded the recent successful rescue of two minors who were victims of a heinous kidnapping incident that occurred on November 2022 in Jangebe, Zamfara State.


Armed bandits had invaded the residence of Honorable Aminu Ardo, abducting his wife and four young children. 


However, their successful rescue aftter 19 months in captivity was a culmination of strategic initiatives and operational tactics implemented by the Nigeria Police Force, leveraging advanced intelligence and tactical support from various units including the Katsina State Police Command's Anti-Kidnapping Squad and the Nigerian Air Force 215 FOB, Funtua under the coordination of the Office of the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu. 


While celebrating this triumph, IGP Egbetokun expressed determination to combat kidnapping and other violent crimes head-on, emphasizing the relentless pursuit of criminals and the commitment to enhancing security measures through technology and intelligence-driven methods.


The Nigeria Police Force stands in solidarity with affected families, pledging unrelenting efforts to ensure the safety and security of all citizens, especially vulnerable groups like children. The collaboration with other security and law enforcement agencies, as well as the support from communities, and most importantly, the Office of the National Security Adviser, remains crucial in achieving this mission.


The IGP reaffirmed the resolve of the Force to overcome criminal activities, restore peace, and create a secure environment for all Nigerians.


ACP OLUMUYIWA ADEJOBI, mnipr, mipra, fCAI,

FORCE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,

FORCE HEADQUARTERS,

ABUJA


22nd May, 2024.

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