Odimmegwa Johnpeter/Abuja
The Controller General Federal Fire Service, Olumode Adeyemi Samuel, FCNA, ACTI, today paid a historic working visit to the Federal Fire Service Commands- Kubwa Abuja Metropolitan Station and the Wuse Command, Abuja, alongside the Management Team of the Service. This was contained in a statement signed by DCF P.O .Abraham, LLB, BL, ANIPR, National PRO/Head, Corporate Services, Federal Fire Service, National Headquarters.
This unprecedented visit, the first of its kind in the Service’s history, gave the CGF the opportunity to interact directly with officers and men, assess their working environment, and inspect facilities with the aim of identifying gaps and strengthening operational capacity. He emphasized that firemen remain at the heart of the Service’s mandate of saving lives and property, and reaffirmed that their welfare is his topmost priority.
During the interactive session, the CGF disclosed that comprehensive insurance coverage will be made available for all firemen, while awards and recognitions will be introduced to encourage excellence and outstanding performance. He further assured that a conducive working environment would be provided, and loans would be made accessible to help officers meet pressing needs.
The CGF also cautioned officers to shun job racketeering and uphold discipline at all levels, warning that any staff found culpable would face stringent disciplinary action.
Looking to the future, he revealed that efforts are underway to integrate fire safety and rescue education into school curricula, a step aimed at raising a new generation of safety-conscious Nigerians.
The visit ended on a high note, with officers and men of the Abuja Commands expressing renewed hope and gratitude.
The Controller General’s presence, together with the Management Team, was described as a morale booster and a strong signal of reform, welfare improvement, and operational growth for the Federal Fire Service.
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