By Nehemiah Anini | The Chronicles of Construction
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In a bold stride toward modernizing public safety and infrastructure, the Abia State Government has commenced the construction of a state-of-the-art Fire Service Headquarters in Umuahia — a landmark initiative that promises to redefine emergency response across the state.
Speaking exclusively with The Chronicles of Construction, the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Homeland Security, Fire and Emergency Services, Mr. Chukwunenye Alajemba, revealed that Governor Alex Otti ordered the project as part of his reform agenda to strengthen emergency management and replace the outdated fire station that had served for decades.
“The governor has decided that Abia’s emergency services should be second to none,” Alajemba said.
“He ordered the demolition of the old station because it had fallen apart. The new complex will serve as a full-fledged emergency response headquarters for the people.”
This isn’t just another fire station — it’s a modern emergency operations hub, designed with cutting-edge features to ensure rapid and efficient response. The facility will house 10 fire trucks, a mini medical emergency clinic, and an integrated dispatch and communication centre powered by smart technology.
According to Alajemba, the system will enable real-time coordination using drone and satellite tracking:
“From this centre, we can monitor incidents live and send alerts directly to hospitals and rescue teams. For instance, if there’s a road accident involving fractures, we can locate the nearest orthopedic hospital and inform them before the ambulance even arrives,” he explained.
This real-time tracking will connect fire units, ambulances, and hospitals — marking Abia State’s first complete end-to-end emergency response system.
The governor’s vision extends beyond buildings. Alajemba confirmed that new firefighting trucks have been ordered, with the first batch — two trucks — expected before December 2025.
“This project is fully funded by the Abia State Government,” he said.
“It shows Governor Otti’s commitment to safeguarding lives, property, and the growing investments across the state.”
He also appealed to residents to support the initiative by purchasing certified fire extinguishers and maintaining proper safety measures at home and in business places.
The project’s contractor, Munachiso Okorocha, told The Chronicles of Construction that the structure meets international fire service and engineering standards.
“It’s a two-level building — ground and first floor — reinforced to carry the weight of multiple fire trucks and operational equipment,” Okorocha explained. “Construction is projected to last 28 weeks, with completion expected in the first quarter of 2026.”
From what our team observed on-site, this project reflects a new direction in Abia’s governance — one that combines technology, architecture, and public safety to deliver true value to citizens.
As The Chronicles of Construction continues to spotlight projects shaping Nigeria’s built environment, the Abia Fire Service Headquarters stands tall as an example of how infrastructure can do more than serve — it can save lives.
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