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...

TROOPS NEUTRALIZE TERRORISTS, RESCUE KIDNAP VICTIMS, CAPTURE ARMS IN SERIAL OPERATIONS ... AS NOTORIOUS BOKO HARAM FIGHTER SURRENDERS. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE


 TROOPS NEUTRALIZE TERRORISTS, RESCUE KIDNAP VICTIMS, CAPTURE ARMS IN SERIAL OPERATIONS ... AS NOTORIOUS BOKO HARAM FIGHTER SURRENDERS



Troops of the Nigerian Army deployed for counter terrorism operations across the country in a display of unwavering courage and dedication on Monday 29 July 2024 conducted series of operations that resulted in the rescue of abducted persons, neutralization of a notorious terrorist, interception of illegally refined Automated Gas Oil (AGO) and seizure of arms. A notorious Boko Haram fighter also surrendered to the troops.


In Kogi State, troops responded swiftly to a distress call along the Obajana Oshokoshoko road, where some civilians were abducted and taken into the forest. The troops moved in swiftly to locate the victims, where they had fierce gun battle with the kidnappers and successfully extricated the hostages.  


Similarly , in Benue State, troops acting on actionable intelligence engaged terrorists  in a fierce battle along the Gbeji Afia road in Benue State. The valiant troops neutralized one of the terrorists, captured one AK-47 rifle, ammunition and a motorbike, thereby preventing a potential attack, and ensuring the safety of the local community.


 In another operation, troops in Imo State acting on credible intelligence intercepted a vehicle transporting 21 sacks of illegally refined diesel (AGO). The troops also apprehended armed individuals who were hired to escort the illegal product.


In another development in Borno State, a notorious Boko Haram fighter named Babakarami Balawan has surrendered to troops in Bama Local Government Area, following aggressive onslaught on terrorists' hideoutsin the area. Items recovered from the terrorist are one AK 49 rifle, a magazine, and a bicycle.  The same troops during an encounter neutralized 2 terrorists and recovered 11 rounds of 7.62 mm NATO ammunition, 23 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, 3 rounds of 5.56 mm x 45mm NATO ammunition and 3 empty magazines. 


Relatedly, the gallant troops also rescued a woman and her 2 children in a search operation in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno state. 


The Nigerian Army's unwavering commitment to protecting the nation and dismantling criminal networks is crystallized in these recent operations. Citizens are encouraged to support the troops by providing valuable information to help rid the society of criminal elements while ensuring a safer and more secure country for all.

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