20/10/2026
The Council Secretary of Zaria Local Government, Hon. Shuaibu Abdullahi (Mai Canter), has reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening security, healthcare and infrastructure as key priorities of governance, emphasising the importance of fire safety and emergency response in protecting lives and property.
This afternoon while hosting a delegation of the Federal Fire Service, Zaria Command, for discussions on how the Local Government could continue to support the Service through improved facilities, equipment and other operational needs.
The engagement focused on strengthening the Service’s capacity to respond to emergencies, prevent fire outbreaks and safeguard residents, businesses and public institutions across Zaria.
Under the leadership of the Local Government Chairman, Engr. Jamil Ahmad Muhammad (Jaga), the Council constructed a new facility for the Federal Fire Service at Cinema, Zaria City, last year. The intervention, alongside other forms of support, reflects the administration’s commitment to improving emergency response infrastructure and creating a more conducive working environment for fire service personnel.
The Secretary also acknowledged the contributions of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, Iyan Zazzau, particularly the provision of a fire service van to strengthen emergency response operations in the area.
He also emphasised that effective fire prevention and emergency management require sustained investment, adequate equipment and strong collaboration among relevant government institutions.
He further noted that the Local Government would continue to engage with the Federal Fire Service to identify areas of need and explore practical ways to strengthen its operational capacity.
He reiterated that good governance requires deliberate action to address the needs of the people, adding that his commitment to initiatives that promote public safety, improve essential services and support sustainable development remains unwavering.
Hassan Zakariyya
P.A. Media and Communication
Office of the Council Secretary
Zaria Local Government