Joyce Mmereole Okoli
Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited has attracted international attention at the ongoing Africa International Defence Exhibition (AFRIDEX) 2026 in Lagos, following visits by delegations from Ukraine and the United States, as well as partnership discussions with Canadian technology firm SkyTrac.
The growing interest in the Nigerian security company’s operations and capabilities highlights its increasing visibility within international defence and security circles, particularly in the areas of critical infrastructure protection, security technology and cross-border collaboration.
On the second day of the exhibition, the Defence Attaché of the Embassy of Ukraine and a United States military delegation visited Tantita’s exhibition booth, Booth 1115, to engage with the company and gain insights into its security operations and capabilities.
The visits underscore the importance of international engagement at AFRIDEX 2026, which provides a platform for defence, security and intelligence stakeholders to exchange ideas, explore technological innovations and identify opportunities for strategic cooperation.
Beyond the visits by the Ukrainian and American delegations, Tantita also held partnership discussions with SkyTrac, a Canadian firm that had identified the Nigerian security company as a potential partner ahead of the exhibition.
The engagement represents a potential opportunity for collaboration between the two companies, particularly in exploring security solutions and technologies that could strengthen operational effectiveness and address emerging security challenges.
The discussions also reflect the growing opportunities for Nigerian security service providers to establish international relationships, exchange technical expertise and explore innovative approaches to safeguarding critical national assets.
Tantita has built its operational foundation around the protection of critical oil and gas infrastructure in the Niger Delta, where the security of pipelines and other energy assets remains vital to Nigeria’s economic interests.
Over the years, the company has continued to develop its operational capabilities and expand its engagement with stakeholders in the security sector, positioning itself as a significant participant in efforts to protect strategic infrastructure.
Its participation in AFRIDEX 2026 provides an opportunity to showcase its experience, demonstrate its security solutions and engage with international organisations seeking effective approaches to infrastructure protection.
The exhibition also offers Tantita a platform to strengthen existing relationships, establish new contacts and explore partnerships that could support the adoption of technology-driven security measures in Nigeria and beyond.
With security challenges becoming increasingly complex and the protection of critical infrastructure remaining a priority for governments and businesses, collaboration among security operators, technology providers and international partners is gaining greater significance.
For Tantita, the engagements at AFRIDEX 2026 could open new avenues for knowledge exchange, technological cooperation and the development of security solutions tailored to evolving operational needs.
As the exhibition continues, the company is expected to sustain discussions with defence and security stakeholders, while exploring strategic partnerships aimed at strengthening its capabilities and expanding its international engagement.
The interest shown by the Ukrainian and United States delegations, alongside the discussions with SkyTrac, marks a notable development in Tantita’s participation at the exhibition and underscores the importance of international platforms in connecting Nigerian security operators with global industry players.