Katsina, March 25, 2025 – The Katsina State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps NSCDC, Commandant Aminu Datti Ahmad, has visited the staff quarters of the NSCDC College for Peace and Disaster Management (CPCDM) Babbar Ruga, which was severely affected by a fire outbreak.
Accompanied by a special response team comprising Crisis Management, Disaster Management, Medical, and Operations personnel, Commandant Ahmad assessed the extent of the damage and coordinated efforts with the Federal and State Fire Services to contain the incident.
Describing the fire as mysterious, Commandant Ahmad assured that the NSCDC would work closely with the College Commandant, ACG Babangida Abdullahi Dutsanma, to determine the best course of action.
The fire reportedly began on Monday, March 24, 2025, engulfing three rooms, and continued into Tuesday, March 25, before being brought under control.
In his remarks, College Commandant ACG Babangida Abdullahi Dutsanma appreciated the swift response of the State Fire Service and neighboring communities. He also conveyed the sympathies of the NSCDC Commandant General, Ahmed Abubakar Audi PhD mni OFR, to the victims and reaffirmed commitment to addressing the situation.
To prevent future occurrences, a committee of inquiry has been established to investigate the cause of the fire and provide recommendations.
Press Released Signed By SC Buhari Hamisu
CDPRO Katsina Command
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