SECURITY CHALLENGES FACING THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY IN ANAMBRA STATE: A STRATEGIC OVERVIEW FOR SUSTAINABLE PROTECTION
Keywords:
Hospitality Industry, Security Threats, Anambra State, Policy Recommendations, Stakeholder CollaborationAbstract
: The hospitality industry in Anambra State, comprising hotels, resorts, guesthouses, and tourism facilities, has witnessed steady growth despite prevailing socio-economic challenges. However, the sector is increasingly vulnerable to security threats, including terrorism, armed robbery, cyberattacks, insider threats, and vandalism. This paper explores the nature, causes, and consequences of security challenges affecting the Anambra State hospitality industry and offers strategic policy and operational recommendations to mitigate them. The study aims to contribute to national discourse on hospitality security and stimulate collaborative action between stakeholders in government, private sector, and civil society (Ogunlana & Akinwale, 2022; NBS, 2023)
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