NPA Remains Committed To Safety Of Life And Property; Says MD.

The Managing Director of Nigerian Ports Authority, Mallam Habib Abdullahi has said the agency remains committed to safety of life and property within the nation’s seaports and therefore will continue to give maximum attention to the provision of fire equipment, sensitisation of port community on safety and fire prevention, training and retraining of its fire service personnel in accordance with national legislation, international standard and best practices.

The Managing Director of Nigerian Ports Authority, Mallam Habib Abdullahi has said the agency remains committed to safety of life and property within the nation’s seaports and therefore will continue to give maximum attention to the provision of fire equipment, sensitisation of port community on safety and fire prevention, training and retraining of its fire service personnel in accordance with national legislation, international standard and best practices.
Mallam Abdullahi stated this recently while speaking at the passing out parade for SQUAD 48 recruit firemen and women of the Authority who recently undertook a six-month training at the Fire Service Central Training School in Tin-Can Island Port.
Represented by the Executive Director, Marine and Operations, Engineer David Omonibeke, the Managing Director disclosed that the training school will soon be renovated and expanded so that it can accommodate larger number of students from within and outside the NPA.
Apparently impressed by the knowledge and skills exhibited during their practical demonstration before guests on the occasion, Engineer Omonibeke commended the initiative of the Health, Safety and Environment division and all those who are connected in one way or another with the training of the recruits.
Earlier in a welcome address, the Chief Fire Officer of the Authority, Mr. W.S Olayiwola revealed that the recruits have undergone a mandatory six months intensive basic fire fighting, prevention, control and rescue squad drilling which he said was the hallmark of any para-military organisation.
Highlight of the occasion was the presentation of awards to the Managing Director and the Executive Director, Marine and Operations for their support as well as some recruits for their outstanding performance.