Pix: VGN CG, Otunba James Udoma

By Isiaka Mustapha, Editor-in-Chief, People’s Security Monitor

The Commandant General of the Vigilante Group of Nigeria (VGN), Otunba James Udoma, has been appointed Chairman of the Organising Board of the National Stakeholders Summit and Awards on VIP Protection in Nigeria.

Udoma’s appointment is in recognition of his extensive experience in corporate, industrial and private security, as well as his professional contributions to the security sector.He brings more than two decades of experience in corporate and industrial security.

His professional career began at Dangote Group Consolidated Brewing, where he acquired practical experience in structured corporate security operations.In 2005, he established ETPO Motors, ETPO Ventures, ETPO Properties and ETPO Security Services Limited. He currently serves as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of ETPO Security Services Limited. Udoma is an Associate and Professional Member of the Institute of Security Nigeria, University of Lagos, and a specialist in Corporate and Industrial Security. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Relations and Personnel Management from Lagos State University. His professional affiliations include membership of ASIS International, United States, the Nigeria-German Business Association and the Nigeria-American Chamber of Commerce and Industry.Beyond his professional engagements, Udoma has also participated in Nigeria’s political process.

Udoma contested for the Uyo Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives during the 2019 general election under the platform of the APGA. In 2023, he contested as a deputy governorship candidate in Akwa Ibom State.His appointment as Chairman of the Organising Board is expected to bring his wealth of experience, professional networks and understanding of security operations to bear on the planning and coordination of the National Stakeholders Summit and Awards on VIP Protection in Nigeria.