By Chinenye Anuforo
Founder of Alerte Universal Limited, James Useghan, has launched a mobile application, Alerte, designed to transform emergency response.
The app, officially launched on February 22, 2025 in Lagos, seeks to address the critical need for swift and reliable action during emergencies.
Useghan, who witnessed the inefficiencies of traditional emergency systems, developed Alerte to bridge the gap between distress signals and timely rescue. “My goal is to make Alerte a global leader in emergency response technology,” he stated.
The Alerte app allows users to send instant alerts to emergency contacts with a simple swipe, sharing real-time location and personal information. This community-based approach empowers users to take immediate action, rather than relying solely on potentially delayed responses from authorities.
“Unlike conventional emergency systems that often rely on delayed responses from authorities, Alerte empowers users to take immediate action by leveraging a community-based approach to safety,” a company press release explained.
Alerte features AI-driven assistance, providing personalized safety recommendations and step-by-step guidance. The app also integrates micro car trackers and operates efficiently in areas with poor connectivity. Useghan highlighted the app’s ability to provide assistance even in challenging environments.
Addressing the need for a more reliable system in Nigeria, where issues like missing persons and medical emergencies often face delayed interventions, Useghan emphasized Alerte’s potential to improve timely intervention. “Alerte seeks to fill this gap by providing a solution that not only notifies users of distress but also helps to significantly improve the chances of timely intervention,” he said.
Privacy and security are central to Alerte’s design. “Privacy and security are at the core of Alerte’s design,” Useghan emphasized. The app operates on a strict consent-based system, with encrypted data and user-authorized information sharing.
Looking forward, Useghan plans to integrate Alerte with government agencies and emergency services to strengthen national safety infrastructure. Future developments include predictive analytics, multilingual support, and integration with wearable devices.
“With Alerte, safety is no longer left to chance,” Useghan concluded. “It is a lifeline, ensuring that in the critical moments when every second counts, help is just a swipe away”.