Aquiline Consulting, LBS partner to strengthen leadership in Africa’s security sector

Aquiline Consulting, a subsidiary of PR24 Group, has partnered with Lagos Business School (LBS) to launch an executive leadership programme aimed at strengthening strategic leadership across the security sector.

The advanced leadership Course for senior executives in security (public & private), scheduled for September 14 to 18, 2026, is designed to equip senior security leaders with the skills needed to navigate an increasingly complex and rapidly evolving security environment, according to a statement.

The organisers said the programme comes at a time when governments, businesses and security institutions across Africa are facing growing pressure to respond to both traditional and emerging threats while maintaining public trust, operating with limited financial resources and maintaining operational effectiveness.

Despite significant investments in surveillance systems, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity tools and other technologies, many security challenges persist because leadership, strategic decision-making and institutional capacity remain critical determinants of success, they noted.

“Technology is an important enabler, but it is not a substitute for leadership. The ability to anticipate risks, drive innovation, manage crises and lead organisational transformation will determine how effectively security institutions respond to today’s challenges,” the organisers said.

According to Aquiline and LBS, the programme will focus on strategic leadership, risk management, governance, innovation, organisational resilience and future-focused decision-making. Participants will also gain insights into global security trends and practical approaches to managing complex security risks.

The course targets senior executives from public and private security organisations, including law enforcement agencies, security consultancies, corporate security departments and critical infrastructure operators.

As security threats become increasingly interconnected and sophisticated, the organisers said investing in leadership development is essential to building stronger institutions and creating a more secure future for Nigeria and the wider African continent. The inaugural cohort is limited in size, with registration now open. The programme fee is N1.65 million.