Gbolahan Jacob Akinola

Security Consultant @ Trydnt Services | Risk Management, Strategic Advisory

Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria

About

As a Security Consultant with over a decade of experience, I focus on risk management and strategic advisory, delivering tailored security solutions for non-profit and international organizations in high-risk environments across Nigeria. At Health Strategy and Delivery Foundation (HSDF), I specialize in safeguarding operations and enabling seamless project execution in complex and dynamic settings. My expertise spans environmental awareness, sustainability, and capacity building, which I integrate into my approach to addressing security challenges. Committed to fostering resilience and informed decision-making, I work collaboratively to navigate intricate security landscapes and ensure operational continuity for organizations.

Experience

  • Security Consultant at Health Strategy and Delivery Foundation
    Jul 2024 - Present · 2 yrs

    Seasoned Security Consultant at Health Strategy and Delivery Foundation (HSDF), specializing in safeguarding operations in high-risk environments across Nigeria. With over a decade of experience in risk management and strategic advisory, I provide tailored security solutions to non-profit and international organizations, ensuring seamless project execution amid complex challenges.

  • Security Consultant at Trydnt Services
    Apr 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 3 mos

    Seasoned Security Adviser at Trydnt Services Limited, specializing in risk management and strategic security solutions for dynamic environments. With over a decade of experience in security and intelligence analysis, I provide expert insights into Nigeria's complex security landscape, including counter-terrorism strategies, insurgency trends in the Sahel region, and cross-border threats like Boko Haram. As Vice Chair of ASIS International Abuja Chapter 273, I lead discussions on regional instability and its implications for Nigeria, drawing from roles at Palladium Group and Spearfish Security. Passionate about fostering resilience through informed analysis and collaborative approaches.

  • Spearfish Security Ltd (7 yrs 6 mos)
    • Senior Security Adviser
      Dec 2020 - Apr 2023 · 2 yrs 5 mos

      Coordinate Spearfish West Africa company. Manage Projects and programs

    • Senior Security Manager
      Dec 2019 - Dec 2020 · 1 yr 1 mo

      Senior Security Manager Nigeria with the Palladium Group Nigeria. Provide risk management consultancy for Palladium Projects in Nigeria. Oversee security nine programs operating in 27 states with just under 500 personnel. Head a staff team of 8 security professionals. Duties include; Security Risk Assessment (Location and Facility); Heath and Safety Management; Training and Briefing; Complete Travel Management that include Close Protection and Overwatch and a Bespoke Security Management Expert.

    • Deputy Security Manager
      Jul 2018 - Dec 2019 · 1 yr 6 mos

  • National Security Manager at SPARC/ARC
    Sep 2012 - Oct 2015 · 3 yrs 2 mos

    The Security Manager for 2 DFID programs in Nigeria (SPARC & PDF), and my duties include manage journey management, advise on security matters, operate an alert cascade system, Risk Management, Incident/Crisis Management, and scenario planning, the program worked in 10 states 7 of which were in the North of Nigeria. Achievements: Managed security of over 200 staff with no incidents working in the North of Nigeria in extreme risk locations at the height of the Boko Haram Insurgency in Nigeria. Developed Project’s Security Management Plan/SOP and Project Risk Document. Built strong relations with state security agencies like the military, police command and the Department of State Services (DSS).

  • Communications/Administrative Consultant at Bamanga Tukur African Center for International Trade and Development
    2012 - 2012 · Less than a year

    First hired as a consultant to build the organizational structure and ToR’s from scratch. After which was made Spokesperson for the Centre. As the spokesperson I organized Press Conferences, Press Statements, organized BTACID Inaugural Conference and maintained media relations with local and international news agencies. Achievements: Built a solid administrative foundation and structure that the Centre still runs on and established strong media relationships especially with international news agencies like the BBC, CNN and Al-Jazeera.