Fire guts Abuja police station
Story by Susan Mbamah
A fire broke out at the Garki 2 Divisional Police Station in Abuja on Tuesday morning, but a rapid response from the Federal Fire Service (FFS) prevented a disaster.
The FFS’s Head of Corporate Services, Assistant Controller General A.U. Umar, confirmed that the quick actions of firefighters saved over ₦200 million worth of property.
“On Tuesday, 12th August 2025, our gallant men from the Federal Fire Service, National Headquarters, led by SF Agbo, swiftly responded to a fire outbreak at Garki 2 Divisional Police Station, Abuja, saving property worth over ₦200 million,” Umar said in a statement.
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He explained that the fire, caused by an electrical surge, was “quickly extinguished with CO₂ extinguishers, followed by salvage operations to prevent re-ignition.”
No injuries or casualties were reported.
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The Divisional Police Officer, CSP Mohammed Amadu, praised the fire crew’s professionalism. The FFS also shared safety tips with the station to help prevent similar incidents in the future.
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