Legal And Social Framework Of Private Security Services In Nigeria

1. Define security and its various types.
2. Understand the legal framework governing private security companies in Nigeria.
3. Conduct risk analysis and security surveys.
4. Manage conflicts effectively in private security settings.
5. Identify and mitigate specific security threats.
6. Understand the role of NSCDC in safeguarding national infrastructures.
7. Apply computer security principles to protect information and systems.

13 weeks, about 83 hours in total. Yours will differ.

1. Week 1Module 1:

   • Unit 1: What is Security? · 4 hours

     Read the definition of security and its evolution.. Examine various concepts related to security.. Discuss the importance of security in modern society..

   • Unit 2: Types of Security · 3 hours

     Understand the different types of security, including IT, physical, political, and monetary.. Explore the characteristics of each type of security.. Identify real-world examples of each security type..

2. Week 2Module 1:

   • Unit 3: Meaning and Types of Private Security · 4 hours

     Define private security and differentiate it from public security.. Examine the types of private security companies, including PMCs and PSCs.. Discuss the advantages of contract and proprietary security services..

   • Unit 4: Origin and Development of Private Security · 3 hours

     Explore the origin and development of private security services in Nigeria.. Discuss the factors contributing to the growth of private security in Nigeria.. Analyze the role of private security in the Nigerian economy..

3. Week 3Module 1:

   • Unit 5: Reasons for the growth of Private Security Sector · 5 hours

     Identify the reasons for the growth of the private security sector, including human insecurity and globalization.. Discuss the impact of marketization and downsizing of armed forces.. Analyze the role of profit maximization and the liberation of the arms trade..

4. Week 4Module 2:

   • Unit 1: Legal Framework of Private Security Company · 4 hours

     Examine the legal framework guiding the licensing of PSCs.. Develop an understanding of the features of the PGCs Act.. Discuss the challenges and issues in the present legal framework..

   • Unit 2: Organization of Private Security Company · 3 hours

     Understand the structural organization of PSCs.. Understand the job specialization within security firms.. Examine staff turnover and job equalities in the private security sector..

5. Week 5Module 2:

   • Unit 3: Human Right and Private Security Company · 5 hours

     Understand the importance of human rights in private security operations.. Examine the types of human rights and their relevance to security practices.. Discuss ways in which human rights can be violated by private security companies..

6. Week 6Module 2:

   • Unit 4: Training and Development · 5 hours

     Understand the training criteria in security operation.. Understand terminologies and content of training course for private security guards.. Examine the importance of basic training for private security guards in general..

7. Week 7Module 3:

   • Unit 5: Equipment and Other Accessories · 3 hours

     Identify the types of security equipment and accessories in demand.. Discuss the use of GPS trackers and hidden video systems.. Understand the restrictions on equipment for private security..

   • Unit 1: Functions of Private Security · 4 hours

     Discuss the functions of private security companies.. Explain the advantages and disadvantages of private security companies.. Analyze the roles of PMCs and PSCs..

8. Week 8Module 3:

   • Unit 2: Risk Analysis and the Security Survey · 4 hours

     Explain risk management and its importance in security.. Discuss security surveys and their objectives.. Analyze security risks and the use of security checklists..

   • Unit 3: Challenges and Problems of Private Security Service · 3 hours

     Discuss the challenges and problems facing private security services.. Examine the issues of inadequate training and poor wages.. Analyze the impact of the cost of registration and the risk of violent attacks..

9. Week 9Module 3:

   • Unit 4: Computer and Information Security · 4 hours

     Explain the concept of computer security and system protection.. Discuss the need for computer security.. Examine methods of computer crimes and their impact..

   • Unit 5: Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC ) · 3 hours

     Explain the historical background of Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC).. State the functions of NSCDC.. Explain the organizational structure of NSCDC..

10. Week 10Module 4:

    • Unit 1: List of Private Security Companies in Nigeria · 4 hours

      Mention key private security companies in Nigeria.. Discuss Halogen Security Company Limited as an example.. Analyze the services and operations of Halogen Security..

    • Unit 2: Conflict Management in Private Security Service · 3 hours

      Understand sources of conflict in PSCs.. Learn to manage conflict in PSCs.. Analyze organizational conflict and its impact..

11. Week 11Module 4:

    • Unit 3: Relationship between Police and Private Security Operatives in Nigeria · 4 hours

      Explain the benefits of law enforcement and private security partnerships.. Explain the relationship between private security and the MOPOL.. Understand the differences in operations of public security forces and PSCs..

    • Unit 4: Regulation and Recommendation of Private Security Service in Nigeria · 3 hours

      Understand the need to maintain standard in private security through adequate regulations, guidelines and policies.. Foster unity and trust between security operatives.. Analyze the policy options and recommendations for private security regulation..

12. Week 12Module 4:

    • Unit 5: Specific Security threat · 5 hours

      Explain economic/white-collar crime.. Discuss burglary and robbery.. Explain the effect of labor dispute on security.. Discuss espionage and piracy..

13. Week 13Final Revision

    • Revision · 7 hours

      Review all modules and units.. Focus on key concepts and definitions.. Prepare for final examination..