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How Liman leads Nigeria’s Federal Fire Service (FFS)…… Adagher Tersoo

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June 11, 2021

How Liman leads Nigeria’s Federal Fire Service (FFS)…… Adagher Tersoo

SaharaWeeklyNG Nigeria’s Federal Fire Service can now boast of prompt response to any fire incident in any part of the nation.

Nigeria’s Federal Fire Service

Since his appointment by President Muhammadu Buhari in March 2019 as Comptroller-General of the Service, Liman Ibrahim has consistently been expanding the scope of operations of the organization, acquiring new state-of-the-art equipment, and improving the welfare of staff of the Service.

He ensures prompt response to a distress call by his men, anywhere in Nigeria and also demonstrates his willingness to protect his officials from attacks. Liman has done this by sanctioning communities that attacked officials of the Service while responding to distress calls.

In January this year, he sanctioned Nyanya community, a suburb of Abuja, after his men were attacked while putting out a fire. Liman vowed that except the community gives assurance that such incident would never recur, the FederalFire Service would never respond to any distress call from the area.

Though N32 billion was lost to fire in 2020 in Nigeria, the Service saved 1,453 lives and property worth N1.351 trillion.

In 2020 alone, the Service under Liman acquired 36 fire-fighting trucks and created more zonal and state commands. It also promoted 1,276 of its officers. Six functional zonal offices created under him were Yola, Sokoto, Minna, Owerri, Asaba, and Oshogbo.

The Service has further expanded its operations by ensuring that its offices exist in each of the 109 senatorial zones in the country.

To further strengthen the existing offices and provide them with the facilities they need for effective services, the Service has ordered 89 new firefighting trucks, which include 15 water tankers, 44 water tenders, 15 rapid intervention vehicles and15 ambulances. Most of the facilities have been acquired and deployed.

The Service, under Liman, commissioned another 20 new basic life support ambulance buses and seven state-of-the-art firefighting trucks recently in its drive to make the organization rank among the world’s best.

The Nigerian government, through the Federal Executive Council, had approved N10.4 billion for infrastructure upgrades for the organization.

As part of his determination to reposition the Service, the CG is interacting with the international community and other experts that will help to improve the operations of the institution.

One of such meetings took place between the management of the Service and the Ambassador of Belarus to Nigeria Mr. Vyacheslav Bril in Abuja.

The Service is acquiring some of its equipment from Belarus, which the ambassador pledged would be adaptable to Nigerian climate and roads.

Mr. Liman is also advocating for redesigning market roads in Nigeria to make them more accessible to his men during emergencies. He believes that with a good road network, places, where fire incidents occur, will be easily accessible to the Fire Service officials and such fires will be easily put out.

The CG believes in consistent enlightenment of Nigerians as ways of preventing fire and preserving the equipment of the Federal Fire Service.

Impressed by the ongoing transformation at the Service, the Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola had said at the launch of newly-acquired equipment for the Service earlier this month that the Federal Fire Service had made “a phenomenal transformation from a moribund department to a vibrant organization equipped with modern and state of the art firefighting equipment.”

Mr. Liman has also been full of praise to President Muhammadu Buhari who transforms the Service possible.

Liman, who after obtaining the mandatory Basic Fire Fighting Courses holds the following:-

v Advance Fire Certificate of Competency (ADFCC), Kano 2005.

v Nigeria National Disaster Management Courses No 6 Jaji Kaduna 2007.

v National Disaster/Crises Management (Defence Hqrs Abuja) – 2007

v Malaysia Official Fire Protection and Rescue expo & Conference, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (FIREC 2008).

v Nigeria Executive Disaster Management Seminar, Calabar 2009.

v International Disaster Management Course, London 2010.

v Senior Nigerian Fire Officer’s Study Visit to UK Fire Training & Command Centre, London 2011.

v 2nd International Disaster Management Exhibition/Conference (IDME), Istanbul – Turkey.

Dubai (UAE) Study Tour of the Tallest Building in the World Burg-Khalifa, and other High –Rise buildings.

Adagher Tersoo; A journalist and media consultant writes from Abuja.

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US-Based Society Lady, Fehintola-Brat Extends Eid-El-Kabir Greetings To Muslims

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May 27, 2026

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US-Based Society Lady, Fehintola-Brat Extends Eid-El-Kabir Greetings To Muslims

United States based fahionista of class, Chief (Mrs) Ayoola Fehintola-Brat has extended a warm greetings to Muslim faithful all over the world on the occasion of the 2026 Eid-El-Kabir celebration.

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A quiet philantropist whose humanitarian services has won her several laurels urged Muslims to use the spiritual occasion to pray for the peace co-existence of Nigerians regardless of religious, social and political leanings stressing that the oneness of the country should not be underplay.

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Sallah: Obasa Felicitates Muslim Ummah, Commends Nigerians for APC Primaries Turnout

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May 27, 2026

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Sallah: Obasa Felicitates Muslim Ummah, Commends Nigerians for APC Primaries Turnout

The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa has extended warm felicitations to Muslims in Lagos State and across Nigeria on the occasion of Eid al-Adha.

In a statement released by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Dave Agboola, Obasa described the festival as a season of sacrifice, reflection, and gratitude, urging the faithful to continue to uphold the values of peace, unity, and love that strengthen the nation.

He noted that the celebration of Eid al-Adha is not only a spiritual milestone but also a reminder of the importance of togetherness and collective responsibility in building a stronger society.

He, likewise, emphasized that the festival provides an opportunity for Nigerians to renew their commitment to national progress and to support leadership that prioritizes development and prosperity.

Obasa, however, commended Nigerians, particularly members of the All Progressives Congress (APC), for their massive turnout during the recently concluded party primaries. He described the participation as a clear demonstration of the people’s confidence in the government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and their belief in the administration’s vision for a greater Nigeria.

“The APC primaries have shown the resilience of our democracy and the confidence Nigerians have in the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Renewed Hope Agenda. This is a strong message that our people are ready to continue supporting policies that will drive growth and prosperity,” Obasa stated.

The Speaker further encouraged Muslims to celebrate responsibly, stressing that the joy of Eid should be accompanied by prayers for the continued peace and progress of Lagos State and Nigeria.

“As you celebrate with family and loved ones, may this season bring joy, peace, and prosperity to your homes. Let us remain united in our resolve to build a stronger nation,” he added.

On behalf of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Obasa wished all Muslims a happy and fulfilling Eid al-Adha celebration.

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ABEOKUTA FILM FESTIVAL AT ILEYA

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May 26, 2026

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ABEOKUTA FILM FESTIVAL AT ILEYA

Kayshow Multimedia a filmmaking and Media organization this year 2026 holds its annual Abeokuta film festival at the Ake Palace in Abeokuta.

Alake of Egba land, Ọba Michael Adedotun Arẹmu Gbadebo has graciously endorsed the Free Training of Egba Youths on Film and Arts and the Entertainment of the the People with a FREE FILM SHOW at the AKE PAVILION. as part of the ABEOKUTA FILM FESTIVAL 2.0.

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