Governor Ademola Adeleke has Commissioned three new Fire Trucks with the aim of safeguarding lives and properties in the State
The commissioning took place at the Fire Service Center at Osun State Secretariat, Osogbo where party chieftains were in attendance
Adeleke then directed commissioner for Home Affairs and the leadership of Osun Fire Service to maintain the trucks as they will be held accountable for it
“It gives me great pleasure to stand before you today as we commission these fire trucks. This is an important milestone in our ongoing commitment to strengthening fire safety and emergency response services in our dear state.
When I assumed office, I was deeply concerned by the bad state of our fire service facilities.
The last procurement of fire trucks had occurred over fourteen (14) years ago, a situation that was both alarming and unacceptable. I knew that immediate and strategic intervention was necessary.
Today, I am proud to announce that this administration has taken decisive steps to revive the Osun State Fire Service. We have so far procured seven (7) modern fire trucks and one (1) water tanker to significantly boost our emergency response capacity. In addition, we have supplied essential firefighting equipment, including protective gears to ensure our brave officers are well-equipped, well-prepared, and adequately protected in the line of duty. We have also prioritized the training of our fire officers so they can respond to emergencies with professionalism and efficiency.
The commissioning of these additional three (3) fire trucks underscores our administration’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives and property. These assets will greatly improve the responsiveness and efficiency of our fire service, giving our citizens peace of mind and renewed confidence in the system.
However, beyond procurement, I must emphasize the importance of proper management and regular maintenance of these fire trucks. These trucks must be kept in optimal condition to ensure their longevity and reliability.
As such, I am directing the Hon. Commissioner for Home Affairs and the leadership of the Osun State Fire Service to establish a comprehensive maintenance schedule and accountability framework to ensure that these vital assets continue to serve our people effectively and without interruption.
As we celebrate this progress, I wish to remind everyone of my earlier promise to ensure equitable distribution of resources across the state. It remains my goal to provide at least one (1) fire truck to each of the nine (9) Federal Constituencies in Osun State and one at the Fire Service Headquarters.
With the commissioning of these three (3) trucks, we are now closer to fulfilling that pledge. Plans are already underway to procure the remaining trucks, ensuring that every region in our state is adequately equipped for emergency response. Let us all continue to work together to build a safer, more resilient Osun State.
I thank you all.
Long live Osun state
Long live the Federal Republic of Nigeria”
