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...

LAWMA MD DECLINES LASMAYA 2024 NOMINATION. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.


 LAWMA MD DECLINES LASMAYA 2024 NOMINATION



The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, has declined his nomination for the Lagos State Man of the Year Award (LASMAYA) 2024.


In a statement released today, Dr. Gbadegesin expressed his sincere gratitude to the organisers of the award for considering him for such an esteemed honor. 


He acknowledged the recognition but emphasised that the collective efforts of the LAWMA team and the entire Lagos citizenry in tackling waste management challenges were more deserving of accolades.


"While deeply humbled by the recognition, I believe that the collective efforts of the LAWMA team and the entire Lagos citizenry in addressing waste management challenges are more deserving of such accolades," Dr. Gbadegesin said.


He went on to request that the public refrain from voting for him, highlighting his commitment to the ongoing mission of LAWMA. "To this end, I’m declining the nomination and urge members of the public not to vote for me," he stated.


The LAWMA boss reaffirmed his dedication to improving the waste management landscape in Lagos State, vowing to continue delivering on the Authority's mandate to ensure a cleaner and more sustainable environment for all residents.


The Lagos State Man of the Year Award (LASMAYA) is organised by the Centre for Policy Development and Political Studies, who recognise the contributions of government appointees and some private individuals to development in the state.

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