By Anthony Otaru, Abuja
ARCO Worldwide Services Limited has partnered with DJI Enterprise, the global leader in civilian drone technology, in a move expected to strengthen aerial surveillance, security operations and infrastructure monitoring across Nigeria.
The partnership makes ARCO Worldwide the first authorised DJI Enterprise reseller in Nigeria, positioning the company as a key hub for the adoption of advanced drone technology across both public and private sectors.
With the collaboration, ARCO Worldwide will provide direct access to DJI’s enterprise drone solutions, including the Matrice and Mavic series, which are widely used for security surveillance, industrial inspections and precision mapping.
The company said the partnership would play a significant role in supporting national security operations, particularly in border patrol and rapid-response surveillance.
It will also enhance monitoring of critical infrastructure, including oil and gas pipelines, helping combat theft, vandalism, and other forms of economic sabotage.
Managing Director of ARCO Worldwide Services, Okosubide Mozimo, described the partnership as a major step forward for both the company and Nigeria’s evolving drone technology ecosystem.
“This partnership with DJI Enterprise marks a defining milestone for our company and for the Nigerian drone ecosystem as a whole. We are proud to lead and set the precedent for a rapidly growing economy,” he said.
Mozimo noted that the agreement would accelerate the deployment of modern drone technology across key sectors such as security, energy, construction and agriculture.
ARCO Worldwide, a subsidiary of ARCO Group Plc, is one of the few indigenous companies licensed by both the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) and the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA). This dual certification ensures compliance with strict operational and regulatory standards.
Chief Operating Officer of the company, Ann Temidara, said the partnership would eliminate the risks associated with uncertified drone equipment while providing agencies with genuine products backed by manufacturer warranties and professional support.
“We are removing the risk from the equation. When an agency buys from us, they aren’t just getting a box; they are getting manufacturer warranties, certified maintenance and the assurance that their equipment is genuine and compliant with Nigerian law,” she said.
Also speaking, Business Development Executive at ARCO Worldwide, David Ofoluwa, said the company underwent rigorous vetting before securing the partnership.
“Being the first DJI Enterprise partner in Nigeria is the result of a focused effort to streamline access to world-class drone technology in a compliant and supported way,” he stated.
Under the arrangement, the full range of DJI Enterprise solutions, including the Matrice 350 and 400 RTK, DJI Dock 3 and the Mavic 3 Enterprise Series, will now be available through ARCO Worldwide Services.
ARCO Worldwide Services Limited is an indigenous multi-sector drone services company that provides advanced surveillance, risk mitigation, and operational intelligence solutions across sectors such as energy, security, and public infrastructure.
