The Federal Government has announced plans to bolster cybersecurity across the Federal Fire Service (FFS) as part of efforts to safeguard its digital transformation and ensure uninterrupted emergency response operations nationwide.
Controller General of the FFS, Samuel Olumode-Adeyemi, disclosed this during the 2025 Cyber Security Awareness Day organised by the Service’s ICT Unit, themed “Advancing the Cause of Cyber Security in the Operations of the Federal Fire Service and Sustainable Practice Among Personnel”.
Adeyemi emphasised the critical link between cybersecurity and efficient service delivery, describing it as an essential pillar of modern fire service operations.
According to him, “Our core mission is now inextricably linked to the security of our digital infrastructure. A single breach or act of digital negligence could compromise operational capacity, delay emergency response, and ultimately endanger lives and property”, he added.
Represented by the Deputy Controller General (Policy, Planning, Research and Statistics), Ijeoma Okidi, Adeyemi noted that the Service’s digital transformation aligns with the Ministry of Interior’s e-reform agenda, aimed at enhancing efficiency and accountability.
He urged officers to take personal responsibility for digital security, commending the ICT Unit and the planning committee for championing the Service’s digital advancement. This follows the Interior Minister Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo’s recent launch of the INTERAS (Interior Electronic Records and Archiving System) platform.
Adeyemi reaffirmed management’s commitment to strengthening cybersecurity within the Service, stating:
“We will continue to invest in cutting-edge infrastructure, establish robust policies, and provide continuous, high-quality training for our personnel”.
Head of the ICT Unit, Chief Superintendent of Fire (CSF) Sarah Hassan, also praised stakeholders for their sustained support, noting that their collaboration “continues to drive our commitment towards a safer and more resilient environment”.
About the Author
