OVER 25 MILLION PHONES STOLEN IN ONE YEAR- FG. (PHOTO).

-
Image
 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...
Post a Comment

FEDERAL MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT DEPLOYS EXPERT TEAM TO COMBAT BORNO FLOOD IMPORT.(PHOTO).

-


 Federal Ministry Of Environment Deploys Expert Team To Combat Borno Flood Impact


The Federal Ministry of Environment, led by Minister Balarabe Abbas Lawal from Kaduna State, has deployed a team of experts to Borno State to mitigate the aftermath of the recent devastating flood that ravaged the area.


The Minister, led a condolence visit to Borno State on Friday, September 13, 2024, to assess the situation and provide support.


Lawal stated, "The Federal Ministry of Environment will work closely with the Borno State Government to address the environmental challenges posed by the flood.


"Our immediate focus is on providing relief and preventing further damage," he added.


In a press release, the Ministry announced that it has mobilized experts from multiple departments to Borno State.


The Ministry further revealed that 100 drums of chlorine have been deployed to disinfect water sources, and 30,000 flyers will be distributed to educate the public on sanitation and hygiene practices.


Minister Lawal also stressed the need for long-term flood mitigation strategies and early warning mechanisms to prevent future disasters.


He praised the leadership of Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, for his swift response to the crisis and pledged collaboration with international partners to enhance disaster risk management.


The statement reads, "Following the recent devastating flood disaster that occurred in Borno State, I led key officials of the Federal Ministry of Environment to pay a condolence and sympathy visit to Borno State on Friday, 13th September, 2024 towards mitigating the adverse effects that may occur as a result of the unfortunate flood incidence.


"As we mourn this tragic event, it is imperative that we focus on the urgent need for a coordinated and comprehensive response to mitigate the resultant environmental challenges posed by the flood. During the condolence visit, I informed the Governor that the Federal Ministry of Environment will send a team of experts from the relevant department, agencies and projects to collaborate with Borno State Government in addressing the impacts of the flood.


"Consequently, the Federal Ministry of Environment has deployed a team of experts comprising of the following departments, agencies and projects to help in mitigating the effects of the flooding:-


"i. Department of Pollution Control and Environmental Health  (PCE&H); 

ii. Department of Erosion, Flood and Coastal Zone Management; 

iii. DepartmentForestry; 

iv.  The Agro-Climatic Resilience in  Semi-arid Landscape  Program (ACReSAL) Project;  

v. The Nigeria Climate Adaptation-Erosion and Watershed  Project (NCAEWP -EIB);  

vi. The National Park Services; and 

vii. The Environmental Health Council (EHCON); 


"The above team will carry out continuous water sampling and tests, identify sources of hazardous chemicals and take proactive measures to prevent waterborne diseases. Similarly, the team will maintain continuous sampling of water sources which is essential for monitoring water quality, identifying contamination, as well as taking proactive measures to maintain public health and safety in the state. All agencies under the Ministry in Borno State have been directed to collaborate with the State Government to mitigate the effects of the flood disaster.  


"So far, 100 drums of 40kg of chlorine has been deployed to Borno State to disinfect water sources, ensuring safe drinking water and preventing waterborne diseases like cholera. Furthermore, the Ministry will deploy 30,000 flyers with a view to sensitize the public on best sanitation and hygiene practices which includes proper waste disposal, frequent handwashing and personal hygiene with a view to reducing the spread of infections. 


"Beyond immediate short term response, the Ministry will also work closely with Borno State Government to develop comprehensive flood mitigation strategies and early warning mechanisms to safeguard against future recurrences. We will also explore avenues for collaboration with international partners to strengthen the State’s capacity for disaster risk management and climate adaptation. 


"I must commend the tireless efforts and proactive leadership of His Excellency, Babagana Zulum, the Governor of Borno State in the face of this disaster. His Excellency’s swift response in mobilizing resources and ensuring the safety and well-being of the affected communities which is truly commendable. I am confident that under His Excellency’s capable leadership, Borno State will emerge stronger from this tragedy and the resilience of its people will once again shine through. It is my hope that together, The Federal Government is keen to strengthen its resolve to build resilience against such environmental challenges in the future."

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

INNOSON GIVES OUT BRAND NEW IVM G5 AND SALARY FOR LIFE TO THE MAN WHO PROPHESIED ABOUT HIS VEHICLE MANUFACTURING IN 1979.(PHOTO).

-
Image
Innoson Gives Out Brand New IVM G5 and Salary For Life To The Man Who Prophesied About His Vehicle Manufacturing In 1979.  Last Saturday, July 22nd the Chairman of Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing Company Ltd, Chief Dr Innocent Ifediaso Chukwuma OFR gave out a brand new Innoson IVM G5 to Mr Ikechukwu Osakwe popularly known as Osabros who prophesied to him in 1979 that he would be the first man in Africa to manufacture vehicles and sell to different African countries.  The prophecy was given at the period the then Innocent Chukwuma could not boast of a car, talk less of manufacturing one. According to Dr Chukwuma during the presentation of the car, he recalled on how Mr Ikechukwu Osakwe all the way from Kano blocked him at the front of his house early in the morning and told him he has a message for him.  Mr Osakwe went on to narrate a dream he had about him, how he saw in the said dream his vehicle manufacturing company known as CAP PLC. "He told me that CAP means Chukwuma ...
Read more

SHAKIRA COVERS WOMEN'S HEALTH MAGAZINE,APRIL ISSUE.

-
Image
             Gerard Pique,welcomed their first child into the world last year January.Shakira told the magazine that ''I think it takes two to keep it passionate in relationships,a lot of laughter and a lot of fun moments together,that's essential but also affinity,you know.You have to be compatible.I'm really happy where i am right now,with the person that i'm with right now.He seems to want the same things i want,and that's very important''.More pictures below.                                                                                                                    
Read more

SSANU, NASU THREATEN STRIKE OVER WITHHELD SALARIES. (PHOTO).

-
Image
  SSANU, NASU threaten strike over withheld salaries The Joint Action Committee of the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities and the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions have threatened to disrupt industrial peace in universities should the government fail to release the withheld salaries of members. The salaries were seized by the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari during their strike in 2022. The unions, in a joint letter signed on Friday by the President of SSANU, Muhammed Ibrahim and General Secretary of NASU, Peters Adeyemi, questioned the rationale with which the government released four months withheld salaries to members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities but failed to release the withheld salaries of non-academic staff. The unions noted that they would no longer be able to assure the government of industrial peace in universities should the amounts owed by the government are not released. Earlier, the uni...
Read more