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Message: [QUOTE="Munyaradzi Mafaro, post: 39424, member: 636"] Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak condemned recent attacks on fire service workers and told reporters that police escorts will help protect firefighters during emergency calls. The minister also met with the Inspector General of Police about safety measures for fire crews. Officials also plan insurance coverage through the National Insurance Commission for all fire service officers. These steps will give firefighters better protection when they respond to dangerous situations. Mohammed-Mubarak visited the Ghana National Fire Service headquarters in Tamale on Friday. He promised that the government would provide new equipment and better working conditions for firefighters. The minister called improving fire service operations a major government goal for this year. Fire crews need modern tools and vehicles to serve communities across Ghana effectively. Better resources will help firefighters save more lives and property during emergencies. The minister warned people against buying or selling land belonging to security services. Citizens must respect the boundaries of property set aside for police and fire stations. Some individuals try to purchase these lands illegally from dishonest sellers around the country. Mohammed-Mubarak stressed that the security service's land must stay available for emergency operations. Communities depend on having fire stations and police posts in the right locations. Regional Fire Commander Franklin Masiku described problems facing fire crews in northern Ghana. His officers lack proper office space and struggle with limited equipment for fighting fires. Masiku thanked the minister for paying attention to fire service needs during the official visit. The regional commander hopes government support will help firefighters do their jobs better. Fire crews want adequate resources to protect people and buildings throughout their coverage area. [/QUOTE]

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