Federal Fire Service Rivers Command

PRESS RELEASE
12th May, 2026

FEDERAL FIRE SERVICE, RIVERS STATE COMMAND TRAINS NYSC MEMBERS ON FIRE SAFETY AND PREVENTION

The Federal Fire Service, Rivers State Command, has successfully conducted a comprehensive fire safety and prevention training for members of the Fire Disaster Awareness ,Prevention and Sensitisation (FIDAPS) Community Development Service (CDS) group of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).

The training programme was held at the Secretariat Complex Hall, Aba Road, Port Harcourt, and was aimed at equipping corps members with essential knowledge and practical skills in fire prevention, emergency response, and basic firefighting techniques.

During the training, participants were sensitized on the common causes of fire outbreaks, necessary safety precautions, and the appropriate use of firefighting equipment during emergencies. Practical demonstrations were also carried out to enhance participants’ understanding of effective fire safety measures.

Speaking during the event, officials of the Federal Fire Service emphasized the importance of fire safety awareness and stressed the need for every citizen to possess basic fire prevention knowledge in order to reduce fire incidents and safeguard lives and property.

At the conclusion of the training session, certificates were presented to the corps members in recognition of their successful participation in the programme.

The Federal Fire Service, Rivers State Command, reaffirmed its commitment to continuous public enlightenment and capacity-building initiatives aimed at promoting fire safety consciousness and enhancing community preparedness across the state.

DSF Ifediora Chidinma
Public Relations Officer
Federal Fire Service
Rivers State Command

PICTURE NEWS
7th May, 2026

The Federal Fire Service, Rivers State Command, on 7th May 2026, joined the National Human Rights Commission in collaboration with ZORNUL for the State Consultation on the 2026 Implementation Plan of the National Action Plan for the Promotion and Protection of Human Rights in Nigeria.

The event was held at the Federal Secretariat Board Hall, Port Harcourt.

DSF Ifediora Chidinma
Public Relations Officer
Federal Fire Service
Rivers State Command