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...

CUSTOMS ONDO/EKITI COMMAND MEETS NURTW LEADERS TO BOOST COMPLIANCE.(PHOTOS).#PRESS RELEASE


 Customs Ondo/Ekiti Command Meets NURTW Leaders to Boost Compliance


The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Ondo/Ekiti Area Command has held a strategic meeting with the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) leadership to strengthen customs compliance and promote legitimate trade practices.


According to a press statement issued on Thursday, 22 October 2024, by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Deputy Superintendent of Customs Herbert Dzungwenen, the meeting, held in Ado-Ekiti, was the first of its kind, with NURTW State Chairman Joseph Falope and representatives from various branches across the state in attendance.


Chaired by the Customs Area Controller (CAC) Comptroller Morenikeji Bewaji, the meeting emphasised the critical role of adhering to customs laws in driving Nigeria's economic growth.


She noted that Customs is a partner in progress, working to create an environment conducive to business thriving. "The Nigeria Customs Service is pivotal in generating government revenue, combating smuggling, and facilitating legitimate trade."


She called on all NURTW members to ensure full compliance with customs regulations while conducting their trade, stressing the need for collaboration between transport workers and the NCS to achieve the nation’s economic goals.


Comptroller Bewaji also recognised Adeniyi Bankole, the Chairman of the Auto Dealers Association in Ekiti State, for his contributions to fostering peace and cooperation between the Nigeria Customs Service and stakeholders.


Bankole was honoured with the "Peace Ambassador" title for promoting peaceful coexistence within Ekiti and its surrounding areas.


The CAC urged other stakeholders to emulate Bankole's commitment to peacebuilding and to work cooperatively with the NCS to advance the smooth execution of its mandates.


The meeting concluded with a call to action, encouraging stakeholders to promote lawful trade practices and work collectively towards national economic prosperity.

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