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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GOMBE STUDENTS, YOUTH GROUPS MEET GOV INUWA, REJECT PROTESTS. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 Gombe Students, Youth Groups Meet Governor Inuwa, Reject Protests


...Governor Addresses Demands, Orders Opening of Portal for Scholarship Registration, Okays Appointment of Aides on Students' Matters 


Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has met with youth and student groups across Gombe state as part continued engagement with critical stakeholders to mitigate the potential negative impact of the planned August protest. 


The meeting which held on Tuesday following a sensitization programme earlier convened by the groups focused on how government could resolve the concerns of Nigerians through dialogue as against protest as being promoted by some citizens. 


The groups, including representatives from the Gombe State Students Association (GOSSA) and the Coalition of Youth Groups, voiced their opposition to the protest, emphasizing their commitment to maintaining peace and stability in the state while exploring other means of channeling their concerns to the authorities. 


During the engagement, the groups presented a series of demands to the Governor part of which was the opening of scholarship portal, appointments of aides on students and youth matters, increased youth empowerment amongst others. 


Responding, Governor Inuwa Yahaya approved the immediate opening of the scholarship portal to enable students enroll and benefit from educational opportunities  and directed the Secretary to the State Government (SSG) to expedite the process of appointing Special Assistants on Students' Matters, a move aimed at better addressing the concerns of the students community.


The Governor reassured the youths of his administration's commitment to their empowerment, citing the recently passed social investment bill by the state assembly, which is designed to create job opportunities as part of efforts to improve the living conditions for young people in Gombe. 


“We are not against protest. This is a constitutional right of every citizen. Our deep concern on this planned protest is the fact that it is faceless. We don’t know the actual people organising it. Therefore, we discourage it because it has the potential for unrest and violence that could arise from it. I urge you and all the entire residents of Gombe to guard the peace and security that we enjoy in Gombe", the Governor said. 


" Our state has always been peaceful in the country, and it is our collective responsibility to preserve this peace. I urge all of you, as the future leaders of this state, to embrace peaceful dialogue and constructive engagement rather than resorting to actions that could lead to instability and violence”, the Governor added. 


Governor Inuwa Yahaya acknowledged the legitimate concerns and frustrations expressed by the youths and students, assuring to convey some of their concerns to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. 


“I am personally committed to ensuring that your concerns are addressed at the highest levels, including conveying them to President Bola Tinubu," the Governor assured. 


Earlier in their remarks, the National President of Gombe State Students Association (GOSSA) and the Chairman of the Coalition of Youth Groups, Comrade Muhammad Al-amin Nafada and Comrade Amtai Ali Sa’idu, expressed their gratitude for the Governor's swift response and commitment to addressing their demands, praising his efforts to support the youth and pledged to continue to serve as ambassadors of peace for Gombe State.


“As we express our needs and expectations, we also declare that the students of Gombe State will not partake in the planned protest scheduled for August 1st. We believe that violent protests can lead to the closure of schools and the disruption of academic calendars, which will impact the students negatively. Our focus is on constructive dialogue and peaceful advocacy, working together with the government to achieve our common goals”, the GOSSA president remarked. 


“We want to declare very plainly that the youth groups of Gombe State will not participate in the planned protest on August 1st. We believe in dialogue, cooperation, and peaceful advocacy as the most effective means of achieving our goals. Let us continue to work together, constructively engaging with our leaders and building a brighter future for all. Gombe is the only home we have. Our fathers both late and those alive have given so much in building this state to this level, we don’t want to be on that page of history where we will be remembered for destroying this state. We are for peace and not violence”, declared the Chairman of the Youth Coalition. 


The Governor was joined by the Speaker of the State House of Assembly and other lawmakers, the Secretary to the State Government and other members of the State Executive Council, the Chief of Staff, Chairmen of Local Government Councils, Heads of Security Agencies in the State and traditional rulers amongst others.


Ismaila Uba Misilli 

Director-General 

( Press Affairs)

Government House 

Gombe


30th July, 2024.

More photos below. 












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