Nigerians must stop the habit of attacking firefighters at fire scenes, Dr Liman Ibrahim, Controller-General, Federal Fire Service (FFS), charged on Tuesday in Abuja.

Dr Ibrahim said Nigerians should instead appreciate and support firefighters who put their lives on the line to save other lives and properties.

He was speaking on the commemoration of the 2021 International Fire Fighters Day celebrated globally every May 4.

The Fire Service boss said Nigerians also needed to stop destroying fire trucks at fire scenes as it was a disincentive to firefighters.

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Dr Ibrahim said the May 4 international holiday for firefighters was to honour them, dead or alive for risking their lives while saving others.

He eulogised fallen firefighters and said: “they might be no more, but they remain alive in the hearts of those for whom they sacrificed their lives.’’

Ibrahim expressed appreciation of Nigerian firefighters at all levels, either still serving or retired for their sacrifices in ensuring the safety of lives and properties