Speaking at the National Safety Awards 2025 organised by the Ghana National Fire Service, the Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has underscored the importance of collective effort in promoting a culture of safety in Ghana. He highlighted a collective approach to safety.
Hon. Muntaka praised the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) for its outstanding work in fire prevention, emergency response, and safety education. He noted that the Service’s efforts have not only saved lives but also protected properties and livelihoods, contributing significantly to the national economy.
The Minister commended the GNFS for recording significant growth in fire safety audits and inspections and efforts made in promoting regulatory compliance and public awareness of fire safety standards.
Hon. Muntaka called on all stakeholders, including the public, private sector, civil society, and media, to join the GNFS in making safety a national ethos. He emphasized that safety should be a conscious lifestyle for every Ghanaian and encouraged the empowerment of youth to see safety as a strength.
The Minister, who was also presented with a plaque and citation for his commitment to the Service, congratulated all the award recipients, noting that their excellence serves as a beacon for others to follow.
The Ag. Chief Fire Officer Daniella Ntow Sapong stated that the event provides a platform to honour institutions and individuals who embed safety into their operations, behaviours, values, and everyday lives, setting the tone for a new culture in Ghana where safety becomes second nature to everyone.
She called on all stakeholders to support the Service in achieving its mandate in protecting lives and properties.
