Halogen Group Nigeria

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Halogen Group
FormerlyHalogen Security Company Limited
TypePrivate limited company
Industrysecurity
FoundedJuly 1992
FounderBiodun Shobanjo
HeadquartersLagos, Nigeria
Number of employees
20,000

Halogen Group Nigeria formally known as Halogen Security Company is the first indigenous private security company in Nigeria founded by Biodun Shobanjo in July 1992.

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History

Halogen Group started in Ikeja, Lagos State, Nigeria and is registered as a private limited liability company as Halogen Security Company Limited with only 20 men. They provide security risk solutions[ buzzword ] to enterprise and individuals. [1] [2] The company has grown to become West Africa's leading private security solution[ buzzword ] market by creating sustainable safety[ clarification needed ] across West Africa. [3]

Services

They provide solutions[ buzzword ] to risk management, national infrastructure protective services, electronic and cyber security. [4] They have also established a training institute for manpower development. [5]

In 2019, the company launched 6 sub companies to provide security solutions[ buzzword ] using technology in Nigeria and West Africa. [6]

Awards

The company has received awards across Nigeria and Africa. Some include the Nigeria Advancement Award and Best Private Security Company. [7] [8] [9] [10]

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