An Investigation on Private Security Firms and Crime Control: A Study of Aliyan Global Security Services Limited, Jalingo, Taraba State, Nigeria

Abstract

This study investigates the linkage between Alvan Global Security Services Limited as a private security firm and crime control in Jalingo Local Government Area, Taraba State, Nigeria. Survey research design was adopted in this study. The population of the study comprises residents of Jalingo Local Government Area, Taraba State with estimated population of 220,700. Utilizing Taro Yamane formular for sample size determination, a sample size of 399 was adopted for the study. The summation of all the responses were presented using frequency distribution tables and simple percentages. Mean analysis and standard deviation were used to analyze the data generated from the field while the chi-square statistical tool was employed to test the hypotheses formulated in the study. With chi-square value of 50.32 and an asymptotic significance of 0.000, the study divulges among others that, the interventions of Alvan Global Security Services Limited as a private security firm have a significant impact on reducing incidents of kidnapping in Jalingo Local Government Area. The study concludes that Aliyan Global Security Services Limited as a private security firm has played a significant role in controlling incidents of crime in Jalingo Local Government Area. The study recommends among others that, Alvan Global Security Services Limited should prioritize the professional development of their personnel by investing in comprehensive training programs that cover areas such as shared intelligence on criminal activities, coordinated emergency response strategies etc. Additionally, increasing access to advanced security technology and resources can enhance their operational capabilities and effectiveness in preventing incidents of kidnapping in Jalingo Local Government Area, Taraba State.