ABUJA: The Federal Capital Territory FCT Fire Service has pledged stronger collaboration with the Federal Fire Service FFS and called for increased support to boost its capacity in tackling fire and emergency challenges in the nation’s capital.
Director, FCT Fire Service, Engr. Zacheaus Adebayo gave the assurance on Tuesday during a courtesy call on the Controller General of the Federal Fire Service FFS, Samuel Adeyemi Olumode, at the Service Headquarters in Area 10, Garki, Abuja.
Head Corporate Services at the FFS, DCF Paul Abraham in a statement said Adebayo congratulated the Controller General on his recent appointment and expressed readiness to align with his leadership vision.
He emphasized the need for stronger interagency ties through enhanced training, capacity building, modern infrastructure and skills development for state officers.
In his response, Controller General Olumode promised to provide the necessary interventions to strengthen the FCT Fire Service.
He disclosed that the Federal Fire Service is set for major reforms, including the review of its enabling Act by December 2025.
Olumode also revealed that the Service will expand its mandate beyond firefighting to cover broader rescue operations and emergency management across the country.
Commending the FCT Fire Service for the visit, the Controller General noted that sustained collaboration is vital to improving fire safety and emergency response nationwide.
He assured that his office will continue to welcome joint initiatives aimed at safeguarding lives and property.
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