SAPP: The game-changer in Nigeria’s battle against insecurity and emergency delays

John Dah; Norhayati Hussin; Muhamad Khairulnizam Zaini; Divine Senanu Ametefe

doi:10.21834/e-bpj.v9iSI18.5458

Authors

John Dah College of Computing, Informatics and Mathematics, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), 40150 Puncak Perdana, Selangor, Malaysia
Norhayati Hussin College of Computing, Informatics and Mathematics, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), 40150 Puncak Perdana, Selangor, Malaysia
Muhamad Khairulnizam Zaini College of Computing, Informatics and Mathematics, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), 40150 Puncak Perdana, Selangor, Malaysia
Divine Senanu Ametefe College of Computing, Informatics and Mathematics, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), 40150 Puncak Perdana, Selangor, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v9iSI18.5458

Keywords:

Safety and Security, Nigeria Insurgency, Emergency concerns, Security Application, Real-time tracking

Abstract

In Nigeria, pervasive insecurity, characterized by Boko Haram massacres, suicide bombings, Fulani herder genocides, abductions, and armed robberies, has led to massive loss of life and property. Traditional approaches like curfews, states of emergency, and military checkpoints have proven inadequate, primarily due to late emergency call responses caused by the inability to quickly identify dangerous zones. Utilizing a Design Science Research methodology, this study designs, develops, and evaluates the Security and Prompt Protection (SAPP) mobile application. SAPP is engineered to bridge these security gaps by enabling victims in perilous situations to instantly alert both loved ones and security agencies, while simultaneously providing their real-time geographical location for immediate, targeted assistance

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