Buratai Leads War Against Fire Outbreaks As Ex-Army Chief

Buratai Leads War Against Fire Outbreaks As Ex-Army Chief

The Nigerian Humanitarian Action (NIHA) has enlisted former Chief of Army Staff, General Yusuf Buratai (retd) to lead the war against the raging fire outbreaks sweeping across Nigeria.

Gen. Buratai, a decorated war hero and seasoned leader, was officially unveiled on Tuesday in Abuja as the chairman of the Fire Prevention Week and Expo, NIHA’s flagship program in the United States.

Buratai will be supported in the Fire Prevention campaign by a team of distinguished individuals, including:

Chief Morgan Okwoche, retired Managing Director of Gas Aggregation Company of Nigeria, a subsidiary of NNPCL, and Other notable Nigerians with expertise in fire safety and prevention.

The organisation said the appointment acknowledges General Buratai’s exceptional leadership qualities and his commitment to driving positive change.

The chairman of NIHA, Dr. Kletsaint Akor lauded General Buratai’s appointment, highlighting his “impeccable pedigrees, unwavering integrity, and selfless dedication to Nigeria.”

Akor said the upcoming fire expo, led by General Buratai, will bring together the globally recognised National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and Nigerian fire professionals and businessmen.

“This collaboration aims to enhance fire safety measures, improve response strategies, and promote international best practices,” Akor stated.

The Comptroller General of the Federal Fire Service, Jaji Abdulganiyu, who endorsed the appointment, stated that fire safety is a shared responsibility that demands a united effort.

Abdulganiyu, who spoke through the Deputy Comptroller of Fire, Suleiman Anas, advised Nigerians to be vigilant and take necessary precautions to protect themselves and their properties from fire hazards.

The Comptroller-General expressed confidence that General Buratai’s leadership in the campaign and Fire Prevention Week and Expo would significantly mitigate fire incidents in Nigeria.