Lagos Guard To Receive Award For Returning Lost $9,100 At FCMB Branch

Lagos Guard To Receive Award For Returning Lost $9,100 At FCMB Branch
The Security Guard Works With Proton Security Service Limited
Olabisi Familusi said the organisation remains committed to upholding high ethical standards

A Lagos-based security operative, Adebanjo Samuel, has been praised for his honesty after returning a customer’s misplaced $9,100 while on duty at a First City Monument Bank (FCMB) branch in Marina, Lagos.

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the incident, which occurred on May 25, 2026, was confirmed in a statement issued by Proton Security Service Limited.

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The company said Adebanjo’s conduct has reinforced confidence in the discipline, professionalism and ethical standards of its personnel deployed to various client locations.

According to the statement, the security operative has been widely commended for demonstrating that integrity remains a core value in society.

To recognise his exemplary conduct, Proton Security announced plans to host a special civic reception at its corporate headquarters, where Adebanjo will be formally honoured and rewarded.

The event is expected to bring together colleagues, family members, friends, industry stakeholders and media representatives to celebrate what the company described as a remarkable act of honesty.

Managing Director of Proton Security Service Limited, Odebunmi Adekunmi, described the incident as a proud moment for the organisation.

“This act of honesty reflects the principles upon which our organisation was built and the standards we expect from every member of our workforce,” he said.

Lagos Guard To Receive Award For Returning Lost $9,100 At FCMB Branch

He added, “Adebanjo has demonstrated that professionalism extends beyond carrying out assigned duties; it also involves making the right decisions when no one is watching. His conduct has brought honour to himself, his family, our organisation, and the security profession as a whole.”

Speaking on the recognition, Adebanjo said his decision to return the money was guided by values instilled in him from childhood.

“It is not about the amount; it is about the principle. I was raised to be truthful and to do what is right irrespective of the circumstances. Even if the money had been much more, I would still have returned it. Integrity is something I believe should never be compromised,” he said.

“I am grateful to Proton Security for the training and values that guide us daily. This recognition encourages me to remain steadfast in doing what is right and reinforces my belief that honesty remains one of life’s greatest virtues. I hope my experience inspires others to always choose the path of integrity, regardless of the situation,” Adebanjo added.

Also commenting, Director of Business Development and Strategy at Proton Security Service Limited, Olabisi Familusi, said the organisation remains committed to upholding high ethical standards.

He noted that Adebanjo’s action reflects the professionalism and trust that define the company’s operations and strengthens its reputation within Nigeria’s private security industry.

“Beyond the commendation of an individual, Proton Security believes the significance of this act extends much further,” Familusi said.

“This symbolic act is capable of inspiring trust in Nigeria globally and sending the right message to the growing population of young Nigerians that integrity pays, and its reward is everlasting.

“Adebanjo’s story stands as a timeless testament to the power of character, reminding us that while circumstances may test values, it is integrity that ultimately defines legacy.”