Governor Soludo has reiterated his resolve to end touting and make movements and commercial activities pleasurable experience in Anambra State.
To this end, Governor Soludo yesterday, launched Anambra State Anti-Touting Squad that will ensure zero touting in Anambra State.
The Governor while performing the function at Upper Iweka, Onitsha said that his administration is determined to restore law and order in Anambra especially Onitsha and its environment.
Noting that touting has affected the growth and development of Onitsha negatively, Governor Soludo advised the residents to contribute to peace and progress of the state.
The Governor reassured that Anambra has provided great opportunities for the youths and will continue to do so and asked those involved in touting and criminality to key into government empowerment programs to become useful to the society and themselves.
He further called on market leaders to take charge of the markets and ensure people shop without harassment and solicited for the partnership of the security operatives.
The Governor once again warned that petty traders, barrow pushers and hawkers should not be taxed at any market in Anambra State.
Governor Soludo provided emergency numbers 09017280990, 07039896429 and 09076237441 to enable people provide useful information to assist the job of the Anti-Touting squad
He warned those sponsoring the touts to retrace their steps or be ready to face the consequences and promised that Onitsha will be revived.
The Governor congratulated the members of the squad and urged them to be committed and serve with professionalism and in line with the code of conduct.
The State Commissioner for Homeland Affairs, Mr. Chikodi Anara in his remark emphasized that the agenda is to rejuvenate the values Anambra was known for and warned anyone involved in touting activities anywhere in Anambra to meaningfully engage themselves or leave the state.
In a vote of thanks, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Security, Air Vice Marshal Ben Chiobi retired noted that the squad are well trained and thanked the Governor for his commitment and support.
The event attracted commanders of all the security formations in the state, top government functionaries, market leaders among others.
The squad were well kited and operational vehicles and other equipment were provided for their smooth operations.
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