The Controller General of the Federal Fire Service, Olumode Adeyemi Samuel, has officially inaugurated a Review Committee on Public-Private Partnership (PPP) at the Service Headquarters in Abuja today.

The move follows a directive from the Honourable Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, issued during the Ministerial Retreat in Suleja in September 2025, urging all agencies under the Ministry to deepen collaboration with the private sector to enhance efficiency and broaden operational impact.

According to the CGF, the committee’s mandate is to review all existing partnership arrangements, identify implementation gaps, develop a unified framework for future engagements, and strengthen institutional oversight across all collaborative initiatives of the Service.

“Public-Private Partnership is central to the growth and success of the Federal Fire Service,” the CGF stated during the inauguration. “It provides avenues to leverage innovation, funding, and expertise, enabling us to fulfill our mandate more effectively.”

He further emphasized that the Service is open to credible partnerships both locally and internationally, provided they align with its mission of safeguarding lives and property.

CGF Olumode urged individuals, organizations, and development partners to collaborate closely with the Federal Fire Service in promoting fire prevention, safety education, and emergency response capacity across communities. He noted that such partnerships would help reduce fire-related losses, support modern infrastructure development, and strengthen national safety resilience.

The committee is expected to deliver a comprehensive report with actionable recommendations that will reposition the Service’s partnership strategy for greater national benefit.

This initiative underscores the Service’s continued commitment to transparency, innovation, and the modernization agenda of the Federal Ministry of Interior.