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The Anambra State Government has directed all hotel operators and landlords in the state to start profiling their clients and tenants.
The government gave the order through the office of the Special Adviser on Community Security, with the belief that this will help reduce insecurity in Anambra State.
The Anambra State Commissioner for Information, Law Mefor while issuing the directive in a statement on Friday said the government decided to introduce the new security measures to enhance the safety and security of residents and visitors.
According to Mefor, the order was aimed at strengthening Anambra’s security architecture and promoting a secure environment for all.
He said, “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 said that landlords and landladies are mandated to obtain a form from their President-General for each tenant occupying their houses or shops.
Southeastposts reports that Anambra State Government in the statement also implored the public to report any suspicious activities or kidnappings to the authorities.
The government also promised a reward of N5 million and above for those who provide valuable information which would help improve security in the state.
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