By Rose Oranye
Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Charles Soludo, has unveiled the Anambra Homeland Security Law 2025 and launched a new security operation named "Operation Udo Ga-Achi," in a bid to address the increasing security challenges across the state.
Speaking shortly after signing
the new law into effect, Governor Soludo described the legislation as a
comprehensive framework that promotes community involvement in security. The
law is aimed at creating a more sustainable and locally-driven security
structure, reinforcing the state’s commitment to combating crime and enhancing
public safety.
"Operation Udo
Ga-Achi," a special security initiative, is designed to complement
traditional policing efforts by focusing on intelligence gathering, rewarding
whistleblowers, and rapidly addressing criminal activities. The operation will
also focus on dismantling criminal networks across Anambra.
Governor Soludo acknowledged
the complexity of the security issues facing the state, stressing that the
government’s approach must be multifaceted and sustainable. He reiterated the
state's commitment to becoming the safest in Nigeria, noting that the law and
the new operation represent a critical step in that direction.
The Anambra Homeland Security
Law 2025 includes several significant provisions. It establishes a new
vigilante structure called "Agunechemba" to support federal security
agencies, and introduces advanced technologies such as AI-powered surveillance
cameras, tracking systems, and command-and-control systems to enhance security
operations. The law also provides for the establishment of a State Call Centre
with toll-free lines, allowing citizens to report security concerns. Local
communities will receive monthly security support grants, while Divisional
Police Officers in areas that achieve zero violent crimes each month will be
awarded a N10 million bonus.
Additionally, Governor Soludo
revealed plans to review and enhance support for existing Correctional Centres
and build new ones. He also called for a targeted focus on local government
areas with the highest rates of violent crime, working in collaboration with
the Commissioner of Police and the Department of State Services (DSS).
In his address, the Governor
urged communities to establish security governance structures and design their
own "cleansing or restoration programmes" to address local threats.
He also extended an amnesty offer to criminals, including kidnappers, cultists,
and drug dealers, inviting them to surrender their weapons and participate in
rehabilitation efforts.
"Security is a collective
responsibility," Governor Soludo said, calling on citizens to actively
engage with the state government’s efforts to secure Anambra. He emphasised
that lasting peace in the state could only be achieved through collaborative action.
The Governor’s initiatives are
part of broader efforts to tackle insecurity in Anambra, promising a stronger,
safer environment for its citizens.
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