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...

ACTING CHIEF OF ARMY STAFF LIEUTENANT GENERAL OLUFEMI OLUYEDE EMBARKS ON MAIDEN OPERATIONAL TOUR TO SOKOTO STATE. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.


 ACTING CHIEF OF ARMY STAFF LIEUTENANT GENERAL OLUFEMI OLUYEDE EMBARKS ON MAIDEN OPERATIONAL TOUR TO SOKOTO STATE


Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, the Acting Chief of Army Staff Ag COAS has begun his maiden operational tour to Sokoto State, specifically visiting the 8 Division Area of Responsibility. On November 10, 2024, Lt Gen Oluyede arrived in Sokoto and promptly proceeded to Forward Operations Base Tangaza and 248 Battalion in Illela. There, he received critical briefings from Brigadier General Ibikunle Ajose, General Officer Commanding 8 Division.


Addressing the troops, the Ag COAS praised their dedication and sacrifices in combating terrorism and insurgency in Nigeria's North West zone. He emphasized that his tour is aimed to gather firsthand information on the security situation and challenges faced by the troops. The Ag COAS assured the troops of his unwavering support, urging them to remain vigilant and avoid complacency in their operations.


 Lt Gen Oluyede emphasized the crucial role of collaboration between the military and local communities in overcoming security challenges. He urged the public to provide reliable information to support the troops' efforts, highlighting that the Nigerian Army's success relies heavily on local backing. "The Nigerian Army belongs to the people," he reiterated, stressing that community support is vital to achieving their objectives   By fostering this synergy, the military can better protect civilians and prevent conflicts, as seen in successful peacekeeping operations. 


During his interaction with Honorable Bashir Salihu, Chairman of Tangaza Local Government Area, traditional leaders, and heads of security agencies in Illela, the Ag COAS underscored the need for collective action to defend Nigeria.

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