President Tinubu Appoints Adeyemi as New Controller-General of Federal Fire Service
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially appointed Deputy Controller-General (DCG) Olumode Samuel Adeyemi as the new Controller-General of the Federal Fire Service (FFS), effective from the 14th of August, 2025.
This new appointment, which comes on the heels of the imminent retirement of the current Controller-General, Engr. Abdulganiyu Jaji Olola, marks a significant shift in leadership within the Federal Fire Service.
The announcement was made by the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) in a statement signed by its Secretary, Abdulmalik Jibrin.
According to the statement, the appointment follows the planned retirement of Engr. Abdulganiyu Jaji Olola, who is set to retire on the 1st of August, 2025, upon reaching the mandatory retirement age of 60.
DCG Olumode Samuel Adeyemi’s appointment is a testament to his exemplary service and experience in the fire and emergency management sector. Adeyemi, who initially served with the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Fire Service, has risen through the ranks to become one of the most seasoned professionals in the field.
His extensive career includes his most recent role as Deputy Controller-General in charge of the Human Resource Directorate at the Federal Fire Service Headquarters.
Throughout his career, Adeyemi has demonstrated outstanding leadership, operational expertise, and a commitment to improving the operational capacity of the Fire Service.
His appointment is seen as a move to continue the modernization and transformation of the Federal Fire Service, ensuring that it meets the dynamic challenges of fire and rescue operations across the country.
In a statement, DCG Adeyemi expressed gratitude for the trust placed in him by President Tinubu, promising to continue the vital work of protecting lives and property while enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the Federal Fire Service.
“I am deeply honored by the opportunity to lead this noble institution. I look forward to building on the great work of my predecessors, especially Engr. Abdulganiyu Jaji Olola, and working collaboratively with all stakeholders to ensure that the Federal Fire Service continues to thrive and meet the growing needs of the Nigerian people,” Adeyemi said.
As the Federal Fire Service embarks on a new chapter under Adeyemi’s leadership, there is much anticipation about the future of the organization. With his wealth of experience and in-depth knowledge of the sector, Adeyemi is expected to drive the Fire Service towards greater innovation and resilience in the face of an evolving fire and emergency landscape in Nigeria.
His appointment also reflects the Nigerian government’s commitment to ensuring that the country’s fire services are better equipped, more responsive, and well-prepared for both emergencies and disaster management.
With Adeyemi at the helm, the Federal Fire Service is poised to take on the challenges of urbanization, increasing industrial activities, and the growing need for proactive fire prevention and safety programs.
The Federal Fire Service (FFS) is the principal agency responsible for fire prevention, suppression, and rescue operations in Nigeria. Its mandate includes safeguarding lives and property, providing firefighting services in federal government buildings, and supporting disaster management across the country.
