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...
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ANAMBRA SON, OKAFOR LEADS THE WORLD IN NAVAL ARCHITECTURE, MARINE ENGINEERING. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 *Anambra Son, Okafor Leads The World In Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering*


Paul Nwosu 


A Nigerian Naval Officer from Ogbunike, Anambra State, Lieutenant David Chukwudera Okafor has been selected among internationally recognized maritime professionals to serve as a judge for the 2023-2024 International Ship Design Competition.


Okafor is to design the 2023-2024 terms of reference for a RoPax ferry for the Niger River waterway in Nigeria that can accommodate 150-200 passengers and space for cargoes and 15-20 four-wheelers vehicles (which could include lorries and trucks) to ply from Onitsha Jetty to Idah Jetty and from Onitsha Jetty to Ndoni Jetty on the Niger River to address the issue of unsafe transportation of passengers and cargos in the region. 


The competition, being organized by the Worldwide Ferry Safety Association is aimed at preventing ferry fatalities and expanding safe ferries globally. It was initiated in response to the tragic record of ferry fatalities in parts of developing world .


Lieutenant Okafor, also a Marine Engineer with over a decade of experience in ship design, marine technology, and project management excels as a Naval Architect and Project Manager at Naval Dockyard Limited. He has been leading innovative marine projects, ensuring compliance with international standards, and optimizing production efficiency.


He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture from the State University of New York, Maritime College USA, a Master's degree in Engineering Management from the University of Hull, UK and he is pursuing a PhD in Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering at the University of Strathclyde, UK. He is a Certified Project Management Professional (PMP), and a member of COREN, NSE, NIIA, and SNAME among others. He has received several awards such as the Chief of the Naval Staff Commendation award certificate in 2023 for his contribution to the design and construction of Nigerian Navy Ships. 


Beyond his professional achievements, Lieutenant Okafor is committed to environmental sustainability and safety in marine projects.


 Okafor, who is balancing a successful career with a fulfilling family life as a husband and father is being celebrated in Anambra as role model.

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