Insecurity: Firm pledges protection for stakeholders, expansion of innovation

As Nigeria grapples with the challenges of insecurity in various parts of the country, a frontline integrated security firm has pledged commitment to protecting citizens and stakeholders, advancing innovation in security delivery, and contributing meaningfully to national stability and economic confidence.

The Lagos-based firm, Proton Security, offers a range of security services, including manned guarding, armed escort services, and security risk audits. It is ISO 9001:2015 certified and has a strong presence in various sectors, including banking and logistics.

Adekunmi Odebunmi, the firm’s managing director, disclosed that they took a proactive stance on national security awareness during the political party primaries, which prompted strengthened security deployments nationwide to safeguard public spaces and maintain peace.

Odebunmi spoke at the West Africa Innovation Awards, a prestigious platform that celebrates outstanding brands and visionary leaders across the region. The organisation named Proton the Best Security Company of the Year 2026.

The awards, designed to honour excellence, innovation, resilience and transformative leadership, saw Proton outshine strong competitors, including Ashaka Security Limited and Kings Guard Nigeria Limited, to secure the coveted title.

The managing director described the recognition as a powerful validation of the company’s professionalism, consistency and pursuit of operational excellence in the private security sector.

“Our rising profile is driven by our technical expertise, disciplined operational framework and extensive stakeholder network, all of which continue to strengthen our service delivery across Nigeria,” he stated.

Odebunmi noted that the company’s commitment extends beyond operational excellence to the welfare of its workforce, which he described as central to its long‑term sustainability and success.

He cited their support for Maria Ejeba, an operative attached to MTN’s regional office in Ikoyi, who was involved in a serious road accident in 2024. The company stood firmly by her during her recovery, reflecting the company’s employee‑first philosophy.