The Security Services of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi is exploring Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications to enhance campus safety and improve operational efficiency.
In a specialised training session as part of the 11th Summer School, officers were introduced to emerging technologies and their potential to support proactive and data-driven security operations.
The training was facilitated by Dr. Emmanuel Ahene, a cybersecurity expert from the Department of Computer Science, KNUST.
Dr. Ahene guided participants through the fundamentals of AI and its responsible use in security systems, emphasising the growing importance of understanding technologies such as deepfakes in modern security work.
“Integrating AI into our daily operations can revolutionise how we detect, analyse, and respond to threats, ensuring a safer and more proactive security environment on campus,” he said.
He also demonstrated the use of user-friendly AI tools like Teachable Machine, showing how officers can train models to perform object detection, access control, surveillance, and basic threat identification by recognising specific sounds or gestures.
“These platforms make it possible for officers to build their own models that manage access, detect anomalies, and respond to security cues in real time,” he explained.
Head of KNUST Security Services, Lt. Col. Richard Eshun-Cobba, described the training as a significant milestone in aligning the department with global best practices in security technology.
He noted that AI is increasingly becoming central to modern security operations and that understanding its origins and applications is critical for effective use.
“As our systems become more computerised, incorporating AI into tools such as CCTV and access control will greatly enhance our ability to monitor and prevent incidents on campus,” he said.
Lt. Col. Eshun-Cobba urged officers to embrace AI-based solutions to strengthen safety measures, adding that modern technologies not only improve efficiency but also position KNUST’s Security Services as a model of innovation in the tertiary sector.
“We must take advantage of these emerging AI technologies to make our work smarter and faster,” he added.
