Nigeria Security Services
Secure Transportation and Executive Protection in Nigeria
ETS Risk Management provides secure transportation and executive protection services to a wide range of clients traveling to Lagos, Abuja, and throughout Nigeria. Our local experienced protective security team and security drivers in Nigeria have been supporting ETS for over 8 years. We offer executive protection and armed security support for secure airport transfers and business travel security.
ETS provides travel risk management and security solutions to a range of visitors, including business travelers, the energy sector, and NGOs. Our central hub of operations is in Lagos and Abuja, but our capabilities span across the country.
Secure Airport Transfers in Lagos and Abuja
ETS can support all airport transfers with local security drivers and executive protection teams. We facilitate secure airport transfers for a range of clients and are preferred suppliers to a number of Fortune 500 clients. Our security drivers and close protection officers can provide a low-profile meet and greet service at the airport and hotels.
Our secure transportation network has a wide selection of high end non-armored SUVs, high-grade armored vehicles and security drivers to suit the requirement. Our team of local protective specialists include highly experienced and vetted close protection officers; their knowledge of security, logistics, emergency first aid, and understanding of local cultures ensures client operations are deployed securely and effectively at all times.
Secure airport transfers and secure transportation in Abuja, Lagos and Port Harcourt can be easily and securely booked online.
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Armed Security Escorts in Nigeria
For Armed security in Nigeria it is legally mandated to use MOPOL. Click here to learn more about the use of MOPOL for armed security in Nigeria.
ETS operates in conjunction with MOPOL throughout Nigeria to provide an armed security capability for our clients. We provide the security driver and CPOs and direct the police while on our missions. It is important to note that ETS will never have the client based within the same vehicle as the MOPOL. The MOPOL is an armed back up for traveling during the evening hours or when moving through remote locations. An ETS close protection officer will travel with the security driver and client vehicle at all times.
ETS Security and Secure Transportation in Nigeria
We are the trusted provider of Secure transportation to a range of Fortune 10, 100 and 500 companies in Nigeria. By utilizing our local team of security specialists, you will be reducing your exposure to the potential risks that inhabit daily life within the region.
Travel executives are at greatest risk when in transit. ETS can draw from local knowledge and intelligence to assess changing situations and react accordingly. Our Nigerian team are highly qualified and experienced protectors. All of whom have extended time served in the security industry and often multiple years’ experience from military and special forces operations, law enforcement and high-risk private-sector assignments.
Nigeria Security Overview
Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation, offers a rich tapestry of cultures, landscapes, and economic opportunities. However, travelers and residents should be aware of certain security challenges to ensure safety.
Nigeria experiences high levels of violent crime, including armed robbery, carjacking, kidnapping, and assault. Urban areas, such as Lagos and Abuja, report frequent incidents of street crime. The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) advises caution, especially after dark, and recommends avoiding high-risk areas.
Terrorism
There is considerable instability in many regions within Nigeria and an increased risk of terrorist attacks. Most attacks occur in the northeast, but attacks could happen anywhere. Major urban centers remain particularly at risk. Attacks have taken place around religious and public holidays in public or crowded places, including places of worship. Terrorist groups like Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) operate in the northeast, particularly in Borno, Yobe, and Adamawa states. These groups have conducted attacks on security forces, civilians, and infrastructure.
There is a high threat of kidnap throughout Nigeria. Recent terrorist kidnaps have occurred mostly in northern Nigeria but could happen anywhere in the region. Kidnaps can be for financial or political gain and can be motivated by criminality or terrorism. Violent crime is common.
Transport
Road travel across Nigeria can be unpredictable and dangerous. Authorized and unauthorized vehicle checkpoints are situated on major roads and throughout the region. Humanitarian workers have been targeted in recent years by criminals operating the checkpoints. If you are unfamiliar with the environment, it is unlikely you will recognize which is a legitimate security control and which is not.
Road conditions in Nigeria are poor, and potholes are prolific. Road Traffic Collisions (RTCs) are frequent, and fatality rates are high due to the inadequate and crumbling state of roads. Major roads with high volumes of vehicle travel present a dangerous threat to travelers from criminals operating in the area. Common crimes include accessing vehicles when traffic is forced to slow down, or if your vehicle has stopped in heavy traffic. Criminals are known to steal valuables and armed violence cannot be ruled out.
Public transport is dangerous and should be avoided at all times. Vehicles are poorly maintained, and drivers are unqualified. Strongly consider secure transportation when transiting in Lagos and throughout Nigeria. A non-armoured SUV accompanied by a security driver and close protection officer will reduce the risk of being involved in dangerous or threatening situations. If traveling outside of Lagos or during the evenings, MOPOL are advised to travel in convoy at all times.
All clients receive free access to theExploreSecure® online travel security training course
FAQ’s for Secure Travel to Nigeria
Yes, but security is often required, and it is very important to manage and mitigate risk. Understanding the risk of different cities and locations in Nigeria is vital and utilizing trusted secure transportation services to meet you at the airport on your arrival significantly reduces the risk of being targeted by criminals.
No, private security in Nigeria cannot be armed. It is legally mandated to use the Nigerian Mobile Police Force (MOPOL). This is a unit of the Nigerian Police Force that works in conjunction with private security teams.
Yes, you can legally utilize armored vehicles in Nigeria. Quite often, travelers prefer to use armored secure transportation and executive protection services coupled with MOPOL armed escorts to reduce the risk of being targeted by violent criminals.
Private security in Nigeria is often utilized by business travelers, celebrities, high net worth individuals and individual travelers. The risk of being targeted by organized criminals coupled with the overarching dangers of terrorism and violent crime in Nigeria often dictate the use of secure transport services, often supported by MOPOL and/or private security.
Having an experienced team of security specialists who are trained to navigate through challenging situations, accompanied by a reactive armed response capability (MOPOL) should strongly be considered, especially if traveling outside Lagos or during the hours of darkness.
Abuja is often considered more dangerous than Lagos due to its proximity to the higher risk Northern areas. In the northern regions, terrorist organizations such as Boko Haram and the Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) are largely active and continue to destabilize the populations.
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