The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has sought the partnership of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to enhance public awareness on the dangers of tanker fires in Nigeria.
The Director General of NOA, Mallam Issa Onilu, made the request during a working visit to NEMA’s headquarters in Abuja, where he commended the agency for its critical role in disaster management.
A statement issued on Thursday highlighted NOA’s commitment to intensifying public sensitization efforts, particularly in light of the recent surge in tanker fire incidents across the country.
NEMA Pledges Support for Public Sensitization Efforts
In her response, NEMA’s Director General, Mrs. Zubaida Umar, welcomed the collaboration, acknowledging the importance of raising public awareness to mitigate the risks of tanker fires.
She emphasized that NEMA’s Coordination Forum, which includes NOA as an active participant, provides a strategic platform for stakeholders to align efforts in achieving humanitarian and disaster response objectives.
Mrs. Umar further pledged NEMA’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with NOA, the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation, and the media to enhance public awareness and disaster preparedness nationwide.
The partnership is expected to bolster nationwide safety campaigns, equipping Nigerians with essential knowledge on fire prevention, emergency response, and r
isk management.
