A BILL FOR A LAW TO MAKE THE INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE OF CLOSE CIRCUIT TELEVISION (CCTV) IN ALL PUBLIC PLACES MANDATORY IN IMO STATE, NIGERIA.
Sponsored by: Rt. Hon. Engr. Uche Francis Agabige.
Security is every man's business and a thing of concern in the present day Nigeria. The Honorable member representing Orsu State Constituency in the Imo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Engr. Uche Francis Agabige, Mnse has taken the bull by the horn to propose this all important bill which has passed second reading at the floor of the Hallowed chamber which seeks to make it mandatory in install CCTV in all public places.
The insecurity in Imo state and many parts of the South East, Nigeria has been generating serious attention in several quarters. While the government at both the Federal and state levels – especially the Government of Imo State under the leadership of Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma - have been making concerted efforts to effectively address the situation, this bill is aimed at contributing to these efforts by leveraging on a practicable collaboration between the government and the people using technology.
Close Circuit Television (CCTV) technology has been proven to be an effective tool for enhancing monitoring and surveillance of public places, creating the needed lead for investigation by security agents by providing valuable evidence for effective prosecution of offenders, enhancing the prevention and control of violent crimes, and improving public safety for all and sundry.
The active involvement of Ndi Imo (including indigenes and residents in the state) in the installation and maintenance of CCTV systems has the potential to create in every Imolite, a sense of collective responsibility in the enhancement of security and collective safety of all stakeholders in Imo State.
The installation and maintenance of CCTV systems in public places have the potential to significantly enhance the security infrastructure of Imo State, by providing real-time monitoring, recording, and analysis of activities in key locations such as worship centers, markets, parks, hospitals, educational institutions, private establishments and government buildings, and other areas of public interest.
It is essential to establish a comprehensive regulatory framework mandating the installation and maintenance of CCTV systems in all public places within Imo State, to ensure consistency, compliance, and effectiveness in the deployment of this technology for security purposes
This legislation seeks to promote public safety, prevent crime, and enhance the overall quality of life for the people of Imo State by making the installation and maintenance of CCTV systems mandatory in all public places.
If this Bill is passed into law, it will be called Imo State Public Safety Surveillance Law.
Rt. Hon. Uche Francis Agabige is in the business of making quality laws that is beneficial to Ndi Imo and Nigeria in general.
To God be the glory!
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