The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has launched a Health and Safety Fund in Accra to support personnel who sustain severe injuries in the line of duty and to cater for the education of children of firefighters who lose their lives while serving the nation.The launch of the Fund comes against the backdrop of concerns raised by the Public Relations Officer of the service who said that “When firefighters get injured at the scene of the fire, they use their own resources to take care of themselves and later apply for refund to be paid to them. So, if at that moment you don’t have money, you would have to go and borrow money from people to be able to take care of yourself"

Thus, in commemoration of International Firefighters’ Day (IFFD), observed annually under the theme: “Appreciating Our Heroes: Say No to Firefighter Assault and Firefighting Truck Vandalism,” Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, assured personnel that government remains committed to retooling and modernising the Service to improve its operations.The service recorded three separate mob attacks in Ejisu, Konongo, and Mamponteng in early 2025

He condemned the growing trend of attacks on firefighters and the vandalism of firefighting trucks, calling on civil society, religious groups, and community leaders to speak out against such acts.

The Minister also encouraged individuals, institutions, and development partners to contribute to the Fund to ensure it remains sustainable and fit for purpose.

Acting Chief Fire Officer (CFO) Daniella Ntow Sapong also addressed the gathering. She reiterated the challenges faced by the Service but expressed pride in the achievements of personnel despite the constraints.

She thanked the Minister for his ongoing support and reaffirmed the Service’s commitment to saving lives and protecting property.

The event also saw the presentation of awards to firefighters who have demonstrated exceptional service.

The launch of the Health and Safety Fund is expected to play a vital role in addressing the welfare needs of firefighters and their families, especially during times of injury or loss.