Protection Plus Services

What Protection Plus Services does

Protection Plus Services Limited (PPSL) is a Nigerian private security company founded in 2009 and registered with Nigeria's Corporate Affairs Commission (RC 7971077), headquartered in Lekki, Lagos with regional offices in Abuja and Port Harcourt. The company operates five integrated service lines: Maritime Security (naval escorts, field security vessels, ship security officers, coastline surveillance, transit security), Security Services (armed and unarmed guards, executive protection, event security, K9, risk management, security audits), Logistics (accommodation, ground and air transport, VIP protection, airport meet-and-greet, escort vehicles), Armed Response (10-minute rapid response, 24-hour monitoring stations, wireless intruder alarms), and Technical Security (access control, smart CCTV with face detection/recognition, smart locks, integrated alarm systems, cybersecurity advisory).

The underlying technology stack combines physical security personnel (including ex-military and law enforcement) with off-the-shelf integrated electronic security systems. Technical security covers biometric access control (flap/swing barriers, turnstiles), IP/PTZ cameras with analytics, electronic smart locks using fingerprint/face/RFID, and wired/wireless alarm systems integrated with PIR, smoke, CO2, and glass-break sensors. The company claims 24-hour deployment capability across West Africa.

PPSL makes money primarily through professional services contracts (manned guarding, maritime security, executive protection, armed-response subscriptions) and hardware sale/installation/maintenance of technical security systems, with pricing quote-based and tailored per client. It goes to market via direct enterprise field sales targeting oil and gas, maritime, telecom, and large industrial clients - including Chevron, CNOOC, Transocean, MTN, IHS, CMA CGM, Dangote, Oriental Energy, NIRSAL, and PACE. The company is founder-led (Dr. Ubong King as Chairman/CEO of the Protection Plus Group) with a board that includes two retired senior Nigerian Navy officers. Headcount is reported at 51-100 employees, no external funding rounds are disclosed, and the company is ISO 9001:2015 aligned and licensed by NIMASA, DPR, NIPEX, NSCDC, and approved by the Nigerian Navy.

Name

Protection Plus Services

Legal name

Protection Plus Services Limited

Website

https://ppslng.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Protection Plus Services Limited is a Nigerian private security company founded in 2009, offering manned guarding, maritime security, armed response, technical security, and logistics services to oil and gas, telecom, maritime, and large corporate clients across West Africa.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private Security Services

NAICS

Investigation, Guard, and Armored Car Services (56161), Security Guards and Patrol Services (561612), Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621)

SIC

Services-Detective, Guard & Armored Car Services (7381)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYBPABAMAA

Manned Guarding & Site Security (Static Guards)

Business & Public Services/Facilities Management & Building Services/Security Management Services

SECONDARYBPAKALAB

Vessel Security Services (Onboard Guards, Anti-Piracy)

Business & Public Services/Security & Investigations Services/Maritime & Port Security Services

SECONDARYBPAKAAAD

Industrial & Critical Infrastructure Guarding (Utilities, Plants, Data Centers)

Business & Public Services/Security & Investigations Services/Manned Guarding & Patrol Services

SECONDARYBPAKABAH

Secure Transportation & Protective Driving (Armored / Convoy)

Business & Public Services/Security & Investigations Services/Executive Protection (Close Protection)

SECONDARYTLAHANAB

Port & Terminal Security Guarding and Access Control (Gates, Badging, Patrols)

Transportation & Logistics/Ports, Terminals & Maritime Services/Maritime Security, Safety & Compliance Services (ISPS, Inspections, Vetting)

Keywords

• Maritime security services
• Private security guards
• Armed response services
• Executive protection services
• Technical security systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Lagos

HQ country

Nigeria

HQ region

Africa

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Security Guard Services: Provision of armed and unarmed security guards for residential, commercial, and industrial premises including guard force management, patrol, and monitoring services
2. Technical Security Solutions: Sale, installation, and maintenance of integrated security systems including access control, CCTV, smart locks, and alarm systems
3. Maritime Security Services: Naval escorts, field security vessels, ship security officers, coastline surveillance, and transit security for maritime operations
4. Logistics and VIP Services: Accommodation, ground transportation, air transportation, VIP personal protection, airport meet and greet, and escort vehicle services
5. Armed Response Services: Static and mobile armed response teams with rapid deployment within 10 minutes, 24-hour monitoring stations, and wireless intruder alarm detection

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Protection Plus Services Limited provides integrated physical security solutions across West Africa, including manned armed and unarmed guarding, maritime naval escorts and ship security, rapid armed response teams with 10-minute deployment, VIP/executive protection, logistics and secure transportation, and electronic security systems such as CCTV, access control, smart locks, alarms, and cybersecurity advisory. The company serves corporate clients in oil and gas, maritime, telecommunications, and industrial sectors as well as high-net-worth individuals.

Product overview

Protection Plus Services Limited operates as a unified security services platform offering five integrated service lines: Maritime Services, Security Services, Logistics Services, Armed Response Services, and Technical Security. The company provides a comprehensive security ecosystem where these services work together - maritime and armed response teams handle rapid intervention, security guards provide physical protection, logistics supports backend operations and VIP movement, and technical security systems deliver electronic surveillance and access control. Founded in 2009 and registered with Nigeria's Corporate Affairs Commission (RC 7971077), the company serves individuals and businesses across West Africa with over a decade of experience in security management.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Maritime Services Comprehensive maritime security solutions including naval escorts, field security vessels, ship security officers, coastline surveillance, and transit security for vessels operating in Nigerian waters and the West African coast. Targeted at shipping companies, oil and gas operators, and maritime asset owners.
• Security Services Core security guard and protection services including event security, risk management, security audits, guard force management, executive protection, high-risk zone security, armed escorts, corporate security, police security drivers, central monitoring station, and K9 services.
• Logistics Services Integrated logistics support including staff accommodation, ground transportation, support staffing, community liaison, air transportation, VIP personal protection services, airport meet and greet, and armed/unarmed escort vehicle services.
• Armed Response Services Rapid armed response services with 10-minute response time, 24-hour monitoring stations, wireless intruder alarm detection systems, and mobile security teams partnered with the Nigerian Police Force.
• Technical Security Electronic and digital security systems including cybersecurity advisory, intelligent access control (flap barriers, swing barriers, tripod turnstiles), CCTV surveillance with face detection and recognition, smart locks (wireless, hotel, Bluetooth), and smart alarm systems with various sensors.

Quantifiable outcome

• Rapid armed response within 10 minutes of emergency call
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Nigerian NavycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerApproved Private Maritime Security Company by the Nigerian Navy. The company maintains liaison and compliance matters with the Nigerian Navy through retired naval officers on its board including Rear Admiral Obiora Medani and Commander Julius Oni.
• Nigerian Police ForcecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial partner of the Nigerian Police Force. Armed response teams are partnered with the Nigerian Police Force for rapid response to security threats. Also maintains alliance with criminal investigation units.
• Nigeria Security Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLicensed by NSCDC with Private Guard License No: NSCDC/PG/011/000276 for operating as a private security company in Nigeria.
• Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegistered with NIMASA under Registration License 00000127 as a certified maritime security service provider.
• Nipex (Nigerian Petroleum Exchange)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNipex Joint Qualification Scheme Certification Number: 55185833239M for operating in the petroleum industry.
• Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDPR certified to operate as an Oil Industry Service Company in the 'Special Transportation Services- Marine Security and Escort' category.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• ADT (commercial security systems): Global commercial security systems provider (access control, video, intrusion). Comparable to PPSL's Technical Security service line for multinational clients seeking standardized electronic security deployments in Nigerian facilities.
• Kroll: Global risk advisory and security consulting firm with Nigerian coverage in corporate security, cyber, and executive protection. Overlaps with PPSL in enterprise risk advisory and high-net-worth protection services for the same international clients.
• Control Risks: Global risk consultancy with strong West Africa maritime and oil-and-gas security practice, including armed maritime escort and journey management. Comparable to PPSL's Maritime and Executive Protection services for the same multinational client base.
• G4S Nigeria: Subsidiary of G4S plc (now Allied Universal), one of the largest global security services providers with extensive Nigerian operations in manned guarding, secure logistics, and electronic security. Competes with PPSL for enterprise contracts from multinationals like Chevron and MTN.

Direct peers

• Securex Security Services Limited: Nigerian security firm providing manned guarding, electronic security, and risk consulting. Overlaps with PPSL on enterprise guarding, residential HNW security, and event protection across West Africa.
• Halogen Security Company Limited: Nigeria's largest indigenous security services group, offering manned guarding, electronic security, maritime, and risk management. Comparable to PPSL across all five service lines; notably, PPSL's founder previously worked at Halogen, indicating direct competitive overlap.
• Transnational Security Watch Limited: Nigeria-based integrated security services firm offering armed/unarmed guards, electronic surveillance, and K9 services. Competes with PPSL for the same enterprise guarding contracts in Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt.
• Dragnet Security Services Limited: Established Nigerian private security company providing manned guarding, alarm monitoring, and electronic security. Direct domestic peer to PPSL across enterprise and residential guarding segments.
• SVD Security Services Limited: Nigerian private security operator providing manned guarding, electronic security, and event security across multiple sectors. Directly comparable mid-sized indigenous competitor to PPSL with similar NSCDC-licensed operations.
• Proforce Nigeria Limited: Nigerian security solutions provider offering guarding, K9, tactical equipment, and electronic security. Comparable to PPSL in integrated enterprise security across Nigeria with similar industrial-sector client base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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