Improving The Efficiency Of Security Agents In Ports

Improving The Efficiency Of Security Agents In Ports
Abstract
This study was carried out on improving the efficiency of security agent in the Port Harcourt sea port and how they tackle security problems arising from the day-to-day activities of the Port. The secondary source of data obtained from documented facts was used extensively for this study. The documented records was extracted and compiled from Security reports on the sea port and documents recording port reforms as well scholarly articles on sea port security, for a period of four years. And method of data analysis employed were moving averages, graphical representations, quantitative description (using operation efficiency model), and the statistical chi-square test of hypothesis. The operational efficiencies were estimated over a period of 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017.
The relationship between the operational efficiency and security is therefore of in verse proportionality. This means that a surge in the security challenge will adversely reduce if the security agents are given adequate equipment. From the statistical test of hypothesis estimated, it is apparent that the null hypotheses are to be rejected. The study therefore conclude that the availability of equipment is one of the factors affecting the efficiency of security officials because if the security officials have every equipment needed to carry out their duties effectively, then the rate of smuggling in the Port Harcourt sea port will be reduced.
Table Of Contents
Preliminary Page(s)
- Title page
- Approval page
- Certification page
- Dedication
- Acknowledgement
- Table of content
Chapter One
Introduction
- 1.1 Background of the study
- 1.2 Statement of the problem
- 1.3 Objective of the study
- 1.4 Research questions
- 1.5 Research Hypothesis
- 1.6 Significance of the study
- 1.7 Scope of the study
- 1.8 Limitation of the study
Chapter Two
Review Of Related Literature
- 2.1 Introduction
- 2.2 International Ships and Ports Facility Security (ISPS) Code
- 2.3 Port reform
- 2.4 Prospects
- 2.5 Functions of the above mentioned security agents
- 2.6 The port as a civilian area of operation
- 2.7 Evaluation and performances of sea port security agents
- 2.8 Possible solutions pilferage problem
- 2.9 Ship’s clearance
- 2.10 Security officials and smuggling problem
- 2.11 Non-availability and maintenance of port security equipment
- 2.12 Training of security personnel
- 2.13 Improved remuneration
- 2.14 Provisions and maintenance of security equipment
Chapter Three
Research Methodology
- 3.1 Research design
- 3.2 Sources of Data
- 3.3 Population of the study
- 3.4 Sample size determination
- 3.5 Instrumentation
- 3.6 Reliability
- 3.7 Validity
- 3.8 Method of Data Collection
- 3.9 Method of Data Analysis
- 3.10 Ethical consideration
Chapter Four
Data Presentation And Analysis
Chapter Five
Conclusion And Recommendation
- 5.1 Conclusion
- 5.2 Recommendations
- References
Chapter One
Introduction
1.1 Background of the study
Nigeria is indeed one of the greatest maritime nations of the world; this is confirmed by both the local maritime operators and foreign maritime operators. Ports are supposed to be security zones and policed as such to prevents crimes mainly theft, smuggling among sabotage attacks, stowaway. In olden days, theft as merely limited to petty pilferage and broaching of cartons by Dockers only tilling their pockets that would neither attract attention nor cause appreciable loss to the cargo consignee. The crime latter escalated to piracy on board vessels at anchorage. Crews were violently robbed and cargo stolen, with some measure of success in checking piracy at anchorage, attention shifted to the ports proper. There are many security agents both conventional recognized law enforcement agents and the fadeless ones purporting to be government officials seeing to the general security of our ports These notwithstanding the ports are being easily accessible to a multitude of hoodlums now popularly known as “what rats” and syndicates of other malefactors actors who have made the ports their homes.
They vandalize the lighting system to enable them carry out their natural and notorious activities. Any degree of crimes can now be perpetrated by these hoodlums acting in cohorts with some of the security agents, and port official. Crew members going ashore are sometimes violently attacked and robbed within and outside the ports.
Maritime transport is generally regarded as an important facilitator of world trade, permeating all national and international boundaries. More than purely a facilitator, maritime transport is also a significant exportable service in many countries and in the process contributes directly to national Gross Domestic Product (GDP) (Yarbrough and Yarbrough, 2006). In this occasion, access to a global network of reliable, efficient and cost-effective maritime transport service is beneficial to all countries including developed and developing countries, whose trade in price-sensitive goods often comprises a significant component of their economies (WTO, 2004). Notwithstanding the crucial role maritime transport plays in our daily lives, it also carries with it significant risk factors which can jeopardize the economies of countries if unchecked. Such risk factors include among others maritime terrorism and its potential negative effects on global transport chain (Ukpere, 2010).
They vandalize the lighting system to enable them carry out their natural and notorious activities. Any degree of crimes can now be perpetrated by these hoodlums acting in cohorts with some of the security agents, and port official. Crewmembers going ashore are sometimes violently attacked and robbed within and outside the ports. It is on this background that this study will get to discover the effectiveness of the security agents in Nigeria ports.
1.2 Statement of the problem
Crew members going ashore are sometimes violently attacked and robbed within and outside the ports. Cargo theft has grown from breaking any types of package within the ports to complete disappearance of container out of the ports. Cargos are being successfully cleared from the port by spurious owners. Ships are boarded by unauthorized persons who steal both cargoes and ship property including those relate to safety. What a criminal act! Vehicular cargoes are more vulnerable to plunder age because of the attention they attract.
If Nigeria must grow both politically and economically, there are needs for an efficient and effective security system for safety of cargoes and ship including the crews. These should be both the activities of the appropriate authority and the private sectors to ensure that security at the port be maintained.
On this background the researcher wants to investigate efficiency and effectiveness of security agencies in Nigeria ports.
1.3 Objective of the study
The purpose of this study includes:
- To assess if availability of equipment is one of the factors affecting the efficiency of security officials
- To highlight the importance of security agents in ports.
- To evaluate the performances of security agents in ports
- To focus attention on factors influencing the efficiency and effectiveness of security agents in Nigeria ports
1.4 Research questions
- Is the availability of equipment one of the factors affecting the efficiency of security officials?
- What is the importance of security agents in ports?
- How are the performances of security agents in ports?
- What are the factors influencing the efficiency and effectiveness of security agents in Nigeria ports?
1.5 Research Hypothesis
- H0; Availability of equipment is not among the factors affecting the efficiency of security officials
- H1; Availability of equipment is one of the factors affecting the efficiency of security officials
1.6 Significance of the study
This study will give clear insight on efficiency and effectiveness of security agencies in Nigeria. The study will be beneficial to students, Nigeria port authority and the general public. The study will also serve as a reference to other researchers that want to embark on this study.
1.7 Scope of the study
The study is centered on analyzing the efficiency and effectiveness of security agencies in Nigeria port. The study is limited to Nigeria port Authority, Port Harcourt, Rivers state.
1.8 Limitation of the study
The limitation of this study was inability of security personnel to divulge certain information which they consider sensitive and fear of publication which might be detrimental to their operation.
Also, the outright inability of some respondents to complete and return the questionnaire to the researcher is one of the limitations of the study. Another limitation to the study was traffic congestion for the researcher to meet them in their places of work and for possible return of the questionnaire.
Finally, the researcher observed the non-cooperative attitude of some workers of the company to make information available for her.
Chapter Five
Conclusion And Recommendation
5.1 Conclusion
The study was carried out on the improving the efficiency of security agent in Nigeria Port.
Historically, the security or safety of the vessel, its cargo, passenger and crew has been of great concern since vessels started going to sea and the advent of world trade. It is recalled that from earliest times the vessel, cargo, passengers and crew were jointly and severally exposed to pirates who can be said to be precursors of modern terrorists as far as marine transportation is concerned. Safety measures such as carrying of some arms and ammunition, standard, recognized and authorized practice on the seagoing vessels which became the rather basic and rudimentary self-help security approach to shipping aimed at ensuring safety of the ship and cargo traveling across the sea from part of the world to the other. There had to be an intervention, which the world maritime community accordingly responded to. Nigeria is indeed one of the greatest maritime nations of the world; this is confirmed by both the local maritime operators and foreign maritime operators. Ports are supposed to be security zones and policed as such to prevents crimes mainly theft, smuggling among sabotage attacks, stowaway.
In olden days, theft as merely limited to petty pilferage and broaching of cartons by Dockers only tilling their pockets that would neither attract attention nor cause appreciable loss to the cargo consignee. The crime latter escalated to piracy onboard vessels at anchorage. Crews were violently robbed and cargo stolen, with some measure of success in checking piracy at anchorage, attention shifted to the ports proper.
There are many security agents both conventionally recognized law enforcement agents and the fadeless ones purporting to be government officials seeing to the general security of our ports These notwithstanding the ports are being easily accessible to a multitude of hoodlums now popularly known as “what rats” and syndicates of other malefactors actors who have made the ports their homes.
From the result of the analysis; we conclude that the availability of equipment is one of the factors affecting the efficiency of security officials because if the security officials have every equipment needed to carry out their duties effectively, then the rate of smuggling in the Port Harcourt sea port will be reduced.
5.2 Recommendations
- The federal government of Nigeria should make available the necessary equipment needed for the security officials to work effectively.
- To properly monitor the rate of smuggling, the top officials should stop giving orders that will allow smuggling in the port.
- Some form of incentives should be given to the security official in order to motivate them.


The Complete Material Will Be Sent to You in Just 2 Steps
Quick & Simple…
![]()
Make Payment (Through Transfer) of ₦5,000 to the Account Below
![]() | Acc No: 0811003731 |
| Samphina Academy | |
| Current Account |
Or CLICK HERE To Pay With Debit Card
| FOR STUDENTS OUTSIDE NIGERIA | |
| CLICK HERE To Pay With Card ($15) | |
| FOR GHANA STUDENTS (GHS 100) | |
![]() | MTN MoMo |
| 0553978005 | |
| Douglas Osabutey | |
![]()
Send the Following Details on WhatsApp ( 07062590260 ) After Payment
- Payment Details
- TOPIC: Improving The Efficiency Of Security Agents In Ports
The Complete Material Will Be Sent To You On WhatsApp After Receiving Your Details
T & C Apply
Students Review
List of Related Works
Impact Of Transportation On Economic Growth; An Assessment Of Road And Rail Transport Systems
An Evaluation Of Freight Forwarding Practices On Trade Facilitation At Apapa Port
The Roles Of Maritime Logistics To The Economic Growth In Nigeria
Assessing Maritime Security, Information And Communications Technology Application
Shipping Trade And It’s Impact On Economic Growth In Nigeria
Inland Water Transportation And Economic Growth In Oron Local Government Akwa Ibom State
Sea Ports Digitization And Service Delivery At The Port Harcourt Port
Impact Of Maritime Transport On Economic Development Of Nigeria
Human Element And Accident Prevention In The Oron-Calabar Waterway
Effect Of Developing A Cybersecurity Framework For Seaports In Nigeria: A Case Study Of Apapa Port
Evaluation Of Port Operations And Efficiency In Onne Port
The Impact Of Maritime Transportation On Nigeria Economy Development In Lagos State (2013 – 2023)
The Effectiveness Of International Safety Management (ISM) Code In Reducing Maritime Accidents
The Impact Of High Fuel Cost On The Public Transportation System In Ilorin
Study Of Freight Rate Fluctuations On Global Trade (2010–2020)
The Dynamics Of Human Relations In The Maritime Industry In Nigeria
Labour Productivity And Container Terminal Operations At Onne Port
The Impact Of Motivation On Staff Efficiency In The Maritime Industry (A Case Study Of Rivers Port)
The Contributions Of Shipping Industry To The Development Of Nigerian Economy
Effects Of Port Infrastructure On Efficiency Of Freight Transport At Lagos Ports
Human Factor And Boat Accidents Along Calabar-Oron Inland Waterways
The Sustenance Of Blue Economy And Its Effects On Shipping Trade
Cabotage Policies And Sustainability Of Indigenous Shipping In Nigeria
The Effects Of Maritime Management On Enhancing Logistics And Supply Chain Management
The Impact Of Maritime Fraud On Port Productivity In Nigerian Port (A Case Study Of Apapa Port)
The Impact Of Maritime Security On Search And Rescue Operations
Safety Regulations Compliance And Accident Prevention In Onne Port
A Study On Ship Financing In Nigeria
Development Of Maritime Industry In Nigeria And Its Role In Private Sector
Exploration Into Current Innovations In Ship Design
Maritime Logistics As An Emerging Discipline
Maritime Entrepreneurship And Economic Development In Nigeria
Assessing Marine Security Information And Communications Technology Application
An Assessment Of The Role Of Financial Institution In The Nigerian Maritime Industry
The Importance Of Shipping To The Economic Development Of Nigeria
Analysis Of Cost Optimization Of Port Operation (A Case Study Of Apapa Port In Lagos State)
Maritime Tourism And The Economic Development Of Akwa Ibom State
An Analysis Of Determinants Of Accident Involving Marine Vessels In Nigeria’s Waterways
The Correlation Between Economic Development In Nigeria And The Competitiveness Of Apapa Port
Road Transport Infrastructure And Work Related Duration In Uyo Metropolis
The Effect Of Maritime Insecurity On Port Competitiveness (A Cases Study Of Apapa Port)
The Impact Of Maritime Industry In The Economic Growth Of Nigeria Development
Smart Technology And Supply Chain Management In The Shipping Industry


