A recent spate of kidnappings and violent crimes has shaken Nigeria’s capital Abuja, regarded as a relatively safe haven in a country facing major security challenges.
The national police chief, Mohammed Adamu, has sought to allay concerns by saying that Abuja actually has one of the lowest crime rates in the world.
Is he right?
Before we start looking at the numbers, it’s important to consider the reliability of Nigeria’s crime statistics.
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Source: Vanguard Newspaper
