Security Tips That Saved My Life That You Must Adhere To This Season Of Depression

To say that the world economy is under threat is an understatement. The Covid-19 pandemic has devastated the worlds’ economy and brought it to her knees.

That been said, I will like to inform you that this is the best time to be very security conscious of this period. A lot has happened already this year. Indeed 2020, has been a very trying year for almost everyone both those living abroad and those at home.

And the Covid-19 Lock-down no doubt has increased the suffering of a large majority of individuals who earn a living by riding motorcycles and tricycles and other means of livelihood lost their jobs and have been having a hard time to survive and now the economy is shutting down.

In our part of the country, no adequate provision is being made for the welfare of the lower class whose means of livelihood have been affected.

Looking at what is happening around us today as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, there is going to be a sharp rise in crime. Various degrees of societal ills will be on the rise, from petty crimes to armed robbery, theft, kidnapping, molestation, etc.

This is simply because a lot of people are suffering, many no longer have a viable source of income. They have tried borrowing, begging and may now resort to stealing. Please ensure you take necessary precautionary measures to secure yourself, your loved ones, homes and properties!

Here are few tips to help us out!

At home: Make sure your homes are properly lighted, and ensure doors and gates are properly locked at night. Do not lock a gate using a padlock from outside at night. If you can tolerate guard dogs, get a few and install a security fence if you can afford it.

And if you can get CCTV systems in place, please do, this is so important because the fear of being caught in the camera is often one of the greatest deterrents to crime.

Stop all forms of night outings if possible. Be very vigilant about those in your surroundings and take note of parked cars, individuals loitering, etc. If you live in an estate, ensure you have an emergency response plan (what happens if you or your neighbors are under attack? do you have a way of rapidly alerting the estate security?). You must shine your eyes like that of an Eagle. 

If your car has an alarm system, always sleep with the remote by your bedside. If you have cause to suspect that someone is trying to forcefully gain entrance into your home, activate the alarm. In a residential environment, this is usually very loud and hopefully will scare the criminals away.

Be your neighbors keeper. Look out for them. If you have information or observe something that can help, please speak up.

In Transit: Try as much as possible to get home while it’s still light outside and be observant of vehicles and individuals around you. Reduce the use of mobile phones, tablets and laptops in traffic (especially if you are in a public vehicles.

If you are driving in your private car, do not keep bags, wallets or any valuable item on the chair, make sure they are hidden from public eyes especially if your car is not tinted and you have to park in a public place.

Keep your car doors locked at all times while driving home, lookout for cars following you, look out for cars parked too close to your gate, watch out for unfamiliar individuals in your neighborhood.

Minimize the use of third party individuals to handle the transportation of your loved ones and ensure your Drivers/Gate-men do not know your travel/daily itinerary. Do not make unscheduled stops in questionable areas especially if you have a flat tire, manage the car to a properly lit location where reasonable people can watch your back while you replace the flat tire.

Personal Lives: Be very wary of having business discussions around drivers, especially those that concern money, projects, affiliation with known individuals, etc. You must carry out comprehensive background checks on existing and new domestic staff hires.

When traveling, Air travels should be your best option if you can afford it, if you are traveling by road ensure the vehicle is in a very good condition. Make sure let your loved ones know where you are and when you should be expected home always. Please ensure you keep tab and know the whereabouts of your loved ones and their itinerary always.

You must as a matter of fact avoid excessive and public show of wealth and When giving. If you do, as much as possible, do so anonymously .

By observing the above rules, you help save lives during this season of hardship.

Try to share these information with your family and friends as we celebrate this 2020 season of Easter in solitude and in love. Ensure to share with your neighbours what you have as many do not know where their next meal is coming. Let God use you to be a blessing this season and you will be rewarded.

May Almighty God continue to keep us all safe in Jesus Name. Amen.

Happy Easter to you all.