The Minister for the Interior, Alhaji Mohammed Mubarak Muntaka, has pledged government's commitment to retooling the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), to enhance its operational efficiency.
He said discussions were ongoing with the Ministry of Finance to secure funds for the procurement of modern firefighting equipment, including fire tenders, recovery trucks and water tankers.
The minister, who disclosed this while answering questions on the floor of Parliament on Tuesday, gave the assurance that once financial clearance was given, immediate steps would be taken to equip the GNFS.
He noted that the GNFS has for years suffered neglect, with outdated equipment hampering its ability to respond effectively to fire emergencies.
