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...

NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT: IGP DELIVERS UNIVERSITY OF IBADAN CONVOCATION LECTURE, HARPS ON CITIZEN’S RESPONSIBILITY.(PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.


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NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT: IGP DELIVERS UNIVERSITY OF IBADAN CONVOCATION LECTURE, HARPS ON CITIZEN’S RESPONSIBILITY.


As IGP Reiterates the Force’s Commitment towards Goal.


The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM., today the 13th November 2024, delivered a compelling convocation lecture at the Trenchard Hall, University of Ibadan, emphasizing the integral role of citizens in the pursuit of national development. During his address, the IGP underscored the importance of collaborative efforts between security agencies, the government and the citizens, stating that a stable and cooperative society is essential for sustainable growth.


In his lecture, the IGP called upon citizens to embrace their constitutional duties, urging them to foster a culture of integrity, patriotism, and civic engagement. The IGP further highlighted that national development is not solely the responsibility of government officials or institutions but a unified effort that requires interdependence of security, governance and civic responsibility. These three elements work together to create an environment where policies can be effectively implemented, peace is maintained, and democratic principles are upheld.


The IGP reiterated the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force towards the goal of national security, highlighting effective community policing as a model of partnership between citizens and law enforcement, which has aided in improving public safety and reducing crime by fostering trust and cooperation. The IGP’s lecture serves as a crucial reminder that building a prosperous nation requires a collective effort, with each citizen playing an active role in shaping the future of the country, opening a pathway for a more inclusive approach to development that values communal input and action. 


ACP OLUMUYIWA ADEJOBI, mnipr, mipra, fCAI

FORCE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,

FORCE HEADQUARTERS,

ABUJA.

 

13TH NOVEMBER 2024

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