Kehinde Fajobi
The Anambra State Government has directed hotel operators and landlords to document their clients and tenants as part of new security measures.
In a statement on Friday, Commissioner for Information, Law Mefor, said the policy aims to enhance security across the state.
“All hotel guests must provide a valid government-issued National Identity Card, international passport, or voter’s card to the hotel management.
“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,” the statement read.
Mefor warned that failure to comply would result in the forfeiture of hotel facilities and possible prosecution.
The directive also extends to landlords, who must obtain forms from their President-General for each tenant.
“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,” Mefor added.
Additionally, President-Generals of town unions are now required to oversee community security through the ‘Agunaechemba’ security outfit and submit monthly reports to the government. Failure to do so could lead to suspension and sanctions.
The government also urged residents to report suspicious activities, stating that informants could receive rewards of ₦5 million or more.
“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,” the statement concluded.