Government leaders

The Police have proposed to tighten security at the residences of government leaders and high profile persons.

The Police recently conducted a study of the security standards at the residences of government leaders, and shared their findings via a letter.

According to the letter, an access control system, a surveillance system, a lighting system, a fire safety system and security officer services should be established at the residences.

The access control system includes the installation of an electronic login system, double locking, blocking multiple access points, and blocking windows and other access points by building iron or wooden bars across them.

The surveillance system includes the installation of 24-hour CCTV cameras that can record up to 30 days, and the establishment of an alarm system.

The lighting system consists of lights at the staircase, and emergency and portable lights in case of power failure.

The fire protection system includes a modern alarm system and other fire safety equipment.

The security officer services will check the backgrounds of the persons employed to maintain security at the buildings, and have them conduct mobile patrols.

“Leaving the residences of the country’s important persons unmonitored and accessible to everyone poses serious dangers. Expediting the establishment and implementation of the noted issues could protect persons and property from harm in the future. Given the current situation, it is extremely important to take precautionary measures before dangerous incidents take place,” says the letter sent to Members of Parliament, Ministers and heads of Independent Institutions.

At a recent press briefing, Head of Central Operation Command, Assistant Commissioner of Police Ahmed Saudi said that 170 Police Officers currently maintain 24-hour security for 81 persons.

Police commenced efforts to improve security at the residences of government leaders following the death of Ungoofaaru MP Dr Afrasheem Ali, who was found murdered by the staircase outside his apartment.