* Warns against non-compliance
The Anambra State Government has directed all hotel managements and landlords in the State to start profiling their clients and tenants.
The government gave the directive through the office of the Special Adviser on Community Security, while expressing optimism that the measure will help reduce insecurity in the State.
The Commissioner for Information, Law Mefor, issuing the directive through a statement on Friday, saying the government decided to introduce the new security measures to enhance the safety and security of residents and visitors.
According to Mefor, the directive is aimed at strengthening the State’s security architecture and promoting a secure environment for all.
“Directives for hotel owners – all hotel guests must provide a valid government-issued National Identity Card, international passport, or voter’s card to the hotel management,” the statement read.
“Hotel owners must photocopy these documents and submit them to the President-General of the community, who will then forward them to the local government mayor and the state government.
“Failure to comply with this directive will result in the forfeiture of the hotel facility and potential prosecution.”
Mefor stated that landlords and landladies are mandated to obtain a form from their President-General for each tenant occupying their houses or shops.
“Tenants must fill out these forms using a valid government-issued ID. Landlords and landladies who fail to submit these forms to the government through the President General will forfeit their property and face prosecution.
“Directives for President Generals of Town Unions include, President Generals are now chairmen of the security committee of ‘Agunaechemba’ in their respective communities.
“They must oversee the daily operations of the ‘Agunaechemba’ security outfit and submit detailed monthly reports to the government. Failure to submit these reports will result in suspension and potential sanctions.”
The government also implored the public to report any suspicious activities or kidnappings to the authorities.
It further promised a reward of N5 million and above for those who provide valuable information, which would help improve the security situation in the State.
“These directives aim to promote a safe and secure environment in Anambra State. The government urges all citizens and stakeholders to cooperate and support these initiatives,” Mefor added.