The Anambra police command has expressed concern about masked security operatives providing protection to very important personalities (VIPs) in the state.
The command’s spokesman, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, made this known in a statement on Sunday in Awka.
“The Command notes that while security duties often require tactical discretion, the act of masking identities without proper authorisation raises significant security concerns.
“Such practices not only pose a potential threat to public safety but also undermine trust, accountability, and the integrity of inter-agency collaboration,” he said.
Mr Ikenga said that identifiable security personnel remain a critical component of coordinated security operations, especially in an environment that demands synergy among various agencies.
According to him, the action makes it difficult to verify legitimacy and could be exploited by criminal elements to perpetrate unlawful acts under the guise of security duties.
The police spokesman urged all security agencies operating within the state to ensure that their personnel are properly identified at all times while on routine or protective duties.
He said that an exemption could be granted only for clearly defined tactical operations sanctioned by the appropriate authorities.
The Command reiterated its dedication to upholding professionalism, accountability, and public trust in discharging its constitutional responsibilities.
(NAN)