Edo Security Outfit Asks Businesses To Install CCTV By July 30
The Edo State Security Squad has directed business owners across the state to install Closed-Circuit Television cameras at their premises on or before July 30 as part of efforts to strengthen security and tackle crime.
The spokesperson for the squad, Noah Idemudia, announced the directive on Monday while briefing journalists in Benin City.
He said functional CCTV cameras would improve the ability of security agencies to investigate crimes, identify suspects and obtain evidence for prosecution.
”Business owners are encouraged to install effective, working cameras within their business premises. We appeal to the general public and the business community to comply for everyone’s safety,” he said.
He added that footage obtained from the cameras would provide investigators with crucial evidence needed to unravel criminal activities and improve public safety.
The spokesperson also warned against planned “7/7″ celebrations allegedly being organised by cult groups, saying security agencies were prepared to arrest and prosecute anyone involved.
“We are already taking action. You cannot carry out such acts in Benin City. Even if you go outside Benin, you will still be apprehended,” he said.
Idemudia urged those planning to participate in the celebrations to abandon the idea, warning that offenders would be prosecuted in accordance with the law.
Idemudia also disclosed that the security squad recently arrested two suspects in Auchi and Uromi over alleged cultism and unlawful possession of firearms.
According to him, the suspects will be arraigned before the mobile court established by the Edo State Government to fast-track the prosecution of persons accused of cultism, kidnapping and other related offences.
