Hoodlums Attack FCT Firefighters During Emergency Response, Injure Crew Member -

The Federal Fire Service (FFS), FCT Command, has condemned an attack on its firefighters by suspected hoodlums in the Gwarimpa area of Abuja, leaving one crew member injured.

The incident reportedly occurred on Friday morning when firefighters from the Kubwa Metropolitan Fire Station responded to a distress call from a female resident over a fire emergency.

According to the command’s spokesperson, Barnabas Anyam, the firefighters were allegedly pelted with stones by suspected hoodlums while carrying out their duties, resulting in a head injury to one of the crew members.

The injured firefighter was immediately rushed to a hospital for medical attention.

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Anyam disclosed that the incident had been reported to the Galadima Police Station, adding that the suspected perpetrators had reportedly been arrested and were undergoing investigation.

The FCT Controller of the Fire Service, Muhammad Anas, expressed displeasure over the recurring attacks on firefighters, stressing that emergency responders should be allowed to perform their duties without intimidation, harassment or obstruction.

He warned that anyone found attacking or obstructing firefighters during emergency operations would face the full weight of the law.

Anas also appealed to residents of the Federal Capital Territory to support and cooperate with firefighters, particularly during emergency operations, to ensure effective and timely responses.