09/09/2026
PICTURE NEWS
FEDERAL FIRE SERVICE, ZARIA AREA COMMAND PAYS COURTESY VISIT TO NIGERIAN ARMY DEPOT, ZARIA
The Federal Fire Service, Zaria Area Command, led by the Area Controller, ACF A. A. Mukhtar, paid a courtesy visit to the Nigerian Army Depot, Zaria, as part of efforts to strengthen inter-agency collaboration, enhance mutual understanding and promote effective emergency response within the area.
During the visit, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, ASF Kamaluddeen Shehu, formally introduced the Area Commander and members of the delegation to the Depot Commander, Brigadier General U. Ahmad. He also highlighted the mandate and operational responsibilities of the Federal Fire Service, Zaria Area Command, particularly its commitment to fire prevention, emergency response, public safety and protection of lives and property.
ASF K. Shehu further noted that the courtesy visit was aimed at fostering a stronger working relationship between the Federal Fire Service and the Nigerian Army Depot, Zaria, especially in the areas of fire prevention, preparedness, information sharing and coordinated emergency response.
Receiving the delegation, the Depot Commander, Brigadier General U. Ahmad, appreciated the Federal Fire Service for the visit and commended the Command for its commitment to protecting lives and property. He also expressed his readiness to strengthen cooperation between the two institutions.
In his remarks, the Area Controller, Federal Fire Service, Zaria Area Command, ACF A. A. Mukhtar, reaffirmed the Command’s readiness to provide the necessary fire and emergency response support to the Nigerian Army whenever the need arises.
He emphasized the importance of sustained cooperation and effective information sharing between both organizations in preventing fire incidents, enhancing preparedness and ensuring a prompt and coordinated response to emergencies.
The visit provided an opportunity for both agencies to strengthen their existing relationship and reaffirm their commitment to working together in safeguarding lives, property and critical national assets within Zaria and its environs.
For emergency assistance, the Federal Fire Service, Zaria Area Command can be reached via 09133707880.
E-Signed:
DSF Akanji Tobi Samson, ANIPR
Public Relations Officer
Federal Fire Service, Kaduna Command