On May 4, 2026, the Western Regional Minister joined the Western Regional Command of theGhana National Fire Service for a durbar held to climax this year’s International Firefighters Day celebration. The event served as a moment of recognition for the courage and sacrifice of firefighters who daily place themselves in harm’s way to protect lives and property from fire outbreaks and other emergencies.
Addressing officers and invited guests, the Minister described firefighters as more than emergency responders, noting that their work represents a vital pillar of public safety and national protection. He expressed concern over the growing incidents of hostility and attacks against firefighters during emergency operations, describing such acts as deeply unfortunate and a threat to public safety itself.
“Any attack on firefighters while discharging their duties is a sabotage of public safety,” he stressed.
The Minister therefore called on the public to embrace a new culture of respect, restraint, and empathy towards fire officers, especially during emergency response situations.
The celebration ended with renewed appreciation for the dedication of firefighters and a collective call for stronger public support for the Service and its lifesaving mandate.
