REPORTER: UCHE NDEKE
Operatives of Anambra State Security outfit, Agunaechemba have been banned from wearing masks while on duty.
The directive, which takes immediate effect, was handed down by the Special Adviser to Governor Chukwuma Soludo on Community Security, Mr. Ken Emeakayi.
Addressing the Commanders of the security outfit drawn from the 179 communities, the 21 Local Government Areas of the state during a routine meeting in Awka, Mr. Emeakayi stressed that the ban on the use of masks is aimed at preventing it’s possible use by unscrupulous persons to commit violent crimes
He warned that any personnel who flouts the order, except those on special assignments will be arrested and disciplined.
The Special Adviser further cautioned against the indiscriminate setting up of checkpoints on roads by Agunaechemba operatives.
According to him, such checkpoints must be strictly for security reasons, targeted at criminals and not to harass innocent motorists and other road users.
He added that no checkpoint will be mounted permanently on any particular road or route by personnel of the security group.
Mr. Emeakayi also charged the commanders to assist in the fight against drug dealers in the State, through intelligence-led operations.
