Lagos, Nigeria – November 25, 2025 – Sheriff Deputies Limited (SDL) and Kleenrite Limited, two foundational pillars in Nigeria’s professional service industry, today jointly celebrate their historic anniversaries: Sheriff Deputies’ 25th Year in security leadership and Kleenrite’s 35th Year in hygiene excellence. Both pioneering companies, established by the late Mr. Charles Anyasi and currently led by his son, Dr. Island C. Anyasi, mark this occasion by announcing major, year-long national CSR campaigns: the ‘Secure Nigeria’ initiative and the ‘Kleen Up Nigeria’ initiative.
A Legacy of Professionalizing Industries
The late Mr. Charles Anyasi established a profound legacy of professionalization, believing that service excellence was essential for national productivity.
- Kleenrite Limited (Founded 1990): The first company, born from the founder’s recognition of the critical need for specialized hygiene support, quickly became Nigeria’s benchmark for general cleaning, janitorial services, and environmental management. Its philosophy, driven by the famous question, “Did you add salt and pepper?”, focused on meticulous detail and exceptional client delight.
- Sheriff Deputies Limited (Founded 2000): A decade later, SDL was founded to address the informality in the security sector. It introduced discipline, rigorous training, and professional structure, rapidly becoming a leader in guard services, K9 operations, and crucial verification systems.
“Our anniversaries—35 and 25 years respectively—represent 60 years of combined service dedicated to safeguarding health, property, and institutions,” said Dr. Island C. Anyasi, Managing Director of both SDL and Kleenrite. “My father saw gaps in service and filled them with integrity, process, and innovation. Today, we reaffirm that commitment under the same ethos: People Matter, Process Wins, and Partnerships Scale Impact.”
Endorsements and Foundational Strength
Both companies have built lasting client relationships and cultures of excellence:
- Security Excellence: “SDL’s sustained commitment to excellence over 17 years has been instrumental to our operations,” commented Eghosa Osaghae, Director-General of the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA). “They bring more than guards; they bring structured processes and professional ethics.”
- Hygiene Reliability: “Their focus on People Matter is evident in their staff, and their reliability is unmatched,” noted Steve Oko, Admin Manager of a star client. “They truly make cleanliness a system we can rely on.”
- Staff Legacy: “I spent over a decade at Sheriff Deputies, and what I learned there about Process Wins and integrity has been the bedrock of my career since,” shared Basil Okereafor, a former SDL staff member. Meanwhile, Kate Aruwuonye, a founding staff member of Kleenrite for over 25 years, affirmed, “It is an honour to see the culture of integrity and attention to detail still thriving today.”
SDL’s strategic partnership with the Smart Estate Security Application (SESA) and Kleenrite’s focus on HSE and Method Excellence confirm their shared commitment to a Digital by Default future informed by data and measurable KPIs.
Unprecedented National CSR Commitment
In a monumental announcement, both companies revealed plans for two simultaneous, major CSR campaigns—the most extensive undertaken by private service firms in Nigeria:
- SDL’s ‘Secure Nigeria’ Initiative: Over the next year, SDL will launch 25 comprehensive initiatives focused on addressing systemic security and safety needs in communities and public spaces.
- Kleenrite’s ‘Kleen Up Nigeria’ Initiative: This year-long campaign will deliver targeted, high-impact cleaning, sanitation, and hygiene education projects to underserved communities nationwide.
“This is a historic moment,” Dr. Anyasi affirmed. “‘25 Securing Nigeria’ and ‘Kleen Up Nigeria’ are our promises to amplify our core missions—protecting property and safeguarding health—on a national scale. We are building immense anticipation as the full details and rollout schedules for these unprecedented campaigns will be revealed at the anniversary gala on November 15th. We invite all stakeholders to join us in this transformative commitment.”
Anniversary Event
The joint anniversary ceremony, which took place on November 15, 2025, at one of the company’s facilities in Lagos State, honoured exceptional staff from both companies with Long Service and Special Recognition Awards, alongside the official launch of the dual CSR initiatives.
The Anyasi legacy, spanning 60 years of combined excellence, promises a future defined by continued innovation, integrity, and impactful service to the nation.
About Sheriff Deputies Limited (SDL):
A Grade A private security company providing comprehensive, technology-enabled security services including manned guarding, K9 operations, and advanced verification systems. SDL has 25 years of proven performance.
About Kleenrite Limited:
A leading professional cleaning company providing general cleaning, janitorial services, fumigation, pest control, and waste management. Kleenrite has 35 years of proven performance and is built on a philosophy of meticulous detail and systems-based hygiene solutions.
