In a major technological breakthrough aimed at tackling kidnapping and violent crime in Nigeria, especially in Delta State, U.S.-based security systems engineer and Delta indigene, Engr. Ogaga Akpofure, has unveiled a cutting-edge dual-solution security technology designed to enhance public safety and support proactive policing in the country.
The innovation, developed under Karzame Technologies, a company registered in both Nigeria and the United States, comprises the Karzame Virtual Safety App and the VigilantEye Tracking & Dispatch System. The initiative has already been formally presented to Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, as part of a broader strategy to fortify the state’s security architecture.
Akpofure, a seasoned security technology expert, said the increasing wave of kidnappings in Delta communities such as Abraka, Warri, Sapele, Uvwie, and Asaba inspired the innovation. Through his proposal, he expressed his commitment to contributing to Nigeria’s safety, citing his desire to “give back using tested and trusted solutions that save lives.”
In support of the initiative, Karzame Technologies’ Nigeria Country Director, Mr. Peter Umudjane, addressed journalists in Asaba, stating that the company is ready to partner with the Delta State Government to deploy the new systems for effective crime deterrence.
A notable feature includes an Anti-SIM Swap System, developed in collaboration with telecom providers, to prevent kidnappers from exploiting victims’ phone numbers during ransom negotiations.
This system will streamline distress response, deploy tactical units swiftly, and allow councils to manage crime trends using data analytics.
Several grassroots organizations, including the Save Urhobo Youth Forum, have thrown their weight behind the innovation, hailing it as a timely and patriotic effort.
Akpofure emphasized that Delta State has the opportunity to become a national model in tech-enabled security. He added that with the right support, the project would not only save lives but restore trust in public institutions.
