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By Aliyu Bala Gerengi, Gombe
The Federal Fire Service (FFS) and the Gombe State Fire Service have strengthened their partnership to prevent fire outbreaks and improve emergency response as the 2026 Harmattan season approaches.
As part of the renewed effort, the Federal Fire Service, Gombe State Command, has scheduled its 2026 Fire Safety Awareness Campaign Week for November 2 to 6, targeting increased public awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
The initiative was announced during a courtesy visit by the Director of the Gombe State Fire Service, Mr Idi Musa Kwami, and his delegation to the Federal Fire Service Command Headquarters in Gombe.
According to a statement issued by ASF MB Muazu, ANIPR, Public Relations Officer of the Federal Fire Service, Gombe State Command, the visit provided an opportunity for both agencies to reinforce cooperation in fire prevention, preparedness and emergency management.
Receiving the delegation on behalf of the State Controller, DCF Suleiman Mohammed Suleiman, the Head of the Human Resource Management Unit, DSF Isah Mohammed Lamido, assured the visitors of the command’s commitment to working closely with the state fire service and other relevant stakeholders.
Lamido emphasised that stronger collaboration, timely information sharing and sustained public enlightenment were essential to reducing fire incidents and safeguarding lives and property.
He also called on the Gombe State Fire Service to participate actively in the forthcoming awareness campaign, which is designed to educate residents on practical fire safety measures, particularly during the Harmattan period when fire risks require heightened attention.
The planned campaign is expected to promote safer practices among households, business operators, public institutions and other members of the community.
Both agencies are seeking to strengthen preventive measures and ensure better coordination in responding to emergencies, while encouraging residents to take greater responsibility for fire safety.
The Federal Fire Service urged residents and business owners to adopt precautionary measures, remain alert to potential fire hazards and cooperate with emergency responders to minimise the risk of outbreaks.
The command stressed that preventing fire disasters requires collective action, warning that public vigilance and compliance with safety guidelines remain critical to protecting lives, property and the wider community during the Harmattan season and beyond.
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