Research Article

Redesigning Nigerian Security Attire: Exploring E-Textiles as a Technological Response to Insecurity

Adeoti Adebowale Abduljaleel1*, Gwari Williams Bako2
1 FCT College of Education Zuba Abuja
2 Department of Industrial Design, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria
* Corresponding author: adeotihanees@gmail.com
Published: Jun, 2026
DOI: 10.67637/njt.2026.g1s3bdmf
Pages: 70-83
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Abstract

This study investigates the potential application of smart electronic textiles (e-textiles) inredesigning Nigerian security uniforms to enhance operational efficiency and personnel safety.Through a qualitative review of literature on wearable technology, IoT-enabled fabrics, andmilitary smart textiles, the research proposes a conceptual framework for integrating sensors,conductive fabrics, and communication technologies into security attire. The study alsoevaluates the feasibility of implementing such technologies in Nigeria, highlighting potentialtechnical, economic, and infrastructural challenges. Findings indicate that smart textiles couldsignificantly improve threat detection, biometric monitoring, and situational awareness, buttheir adoption will require strong research investment, local production capacity, and strategicpolicy support.

Keywords

Smart textiles Electronic textiles (E-textiles) Security technology Military wearables Internet of Things (IoT)

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How to Cite

Abduljaleel, A. A., & Bako, G. W. (2026). Redesigning Nigerian Security Attire: Exploring E-Textiles as a Technological Response to Insecurity. Nigerian Journal of Textiles, 12(1), 70-83. https://doi.org/10.67637/njt.2026.g1s3bdmf

A. A. Abduljaleel, and G. W. Bako, "Redesigning Nigerian Security Attire: Exploring E-Textiles as a Technological Response to Insecurity," Nigerian Journal of Textiles, vol. 12, no. 1, pp. 70-83, June 2026. doi: 10.67637/njt.2026.g1s3bdmf

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