CHEKEL SECURITY SERVICES
Overview
Chakel Security Services Limited (often spelled Chakel) is a prominent, indigenous private security company headquartered in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria. Officially incorporated in 2006 (with operational roots tracing back to 1997), the company provides comprehensive, world-class security operations across industrial, private, and corporate sectors.
Managed by seasoned professionals under MD/CEO Amb. Charles Kelly, Chakel Security employs over 1,000 personnel spread across more than 70 locations nationwide. It holds a Category “A” license from the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and has government clearance to source and deploy armed Mobile Police (MOPOL) personnel for high-risk coverage.
Core Services
Chakel Security leverages human intelligence, specialized canine units, and tactical vehicles to offer a wide array of protective solutions:
• Guarding & Escort Services: Deployment of meticulously trained civil guards, static sentries, protocol escorts, and armed MOPOL personnel for corporate facilities and VIPs.
• Electronic Surveillance: Designing, installing, and maintaining tech frameworks such as CCTV systems, electric fencing, automatic gates, door access controls, and fire alarms.
• Maritime & Tactical Logistics: Providing high-risk asset transportation, security vehicles, and tactical vessels like patrol boats and tugboats for marine operations.
• K9 Kennel Management: Utilizing highly trained guard dogs and professional dog handlers to secure industrial perimeters.
• Consultancy & Investigations: Professional advisory, security framework auditing, corporate background checks, and private investigations.
Target Clientele & Industry Footprint
The company primarily safeguards high-stakes operations across both public and private sectors in Nigeria. Their key corporate clients include:
• Major International Oil Companies (IOCs) such as NLNG and SNEPCO.
• Government commissions and corporations like NDDC and AMCON.
• Utility networks and public sectors such as PHED.