Nigerian senator and businessman, Orji Uzor Kalu, has reported the loss of his mobile phones at the International Conference Centre in Abuja. The incident occurred on Wednesday, March 9, 2023, during a conference on the country’s economic development.
Kalu, who represents Abia North Senatorial District, reported the incident to the security personnel at the conference centre after realizing his phones were missing. He was attending the conference with other government officials and business leaders when he discovered that his phones, containing sensitive information and contacts, were missing.
In a statement released to the press, Kalu expressed his frustration at the loss and called on the relevant authorities to investigate the incident and recover his phones. He emphasized the importance of the information contained in the phones, and the need to protect it from unauthorized access.
“I am deeply concerned about the loss of my phones and the sensitive information they contain,” Kalu said. “I urge the authorities to take swift action to recover my phones and investigate this incident. It is critical that we protect our personal and confidential information from unauthorized access.”
The incident has raised concerns about security at the conference centre and the need for improved measures to protect the personal information of attendees. It also highlights the risks associated with carrying sensitive information on mobile devices.
The conference centre management has assured Kalu and the public of their commitment to investigating the incident and taking appropriate measures to prevent similar occurrences in the future. The police have also been alerted and are investigating the incident.
Kalu, a former governor of Abia State, is known for his business interests and political career in Nigeria. The loss of his phones has sparked discussions on social media, with many Nigerians expressing their concern and sympathy for the senator.
