The Public Services Commission (PSC) has officially confirmed Daniella Mawusi Ntow Sarpong as the substantive Chief Fire Officer of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS).
The announcement was delivered by Surv. Dr. Nana Agyemang Frimpong, Commissioner of the PSC, during the ongoing National Fire Conference, where stakeholders are examining strategies to curb fire incidents across the country.
Mrs. Ntow Sarpong, who first assumed the role in an acting capacity in March 2025, has since steered the Service with a steady hand.
Her confirmation now gives her the full mandate to advance her vision of an open and transparent administration, one that prioritises the welfare of personnel while strengthening the Service’s capacity to combat fires and mitigate their destructive impact.
The timing of her confirmation aligns perfectly with this year’s Fire Conference, which is heavily focused on rallying support from corporate Ghana for fire prevention and firefighting initiatives.
The conference is also spotlighting the need to improve the nation’s fire safety architecture by enhancing fire management systems and linking them more directly to national development priorities.
A key part of the discussions centres on intensifying public fire safety education to instill a stronger culture of prevention within communities. Stakeholder collaboration remains a major theme, with government agencies, private sector actors, and the general public encouraged to work together to address fire risks more effectively.
Opened at the Alisa Hotel, North Ridge, on November 26, 2025, the conference also underscores the urgent need for resource mobilization to ensure that the GNFS is adequately equipped with modern tools and technology.
Complementing this is a strong emphasis on capacity building, empowering personnel and partners with the skills and knowledge required for effective fire prevention and emergency response.
Participants are further using the platform to exchange best practices and real-world experiences, reinforcing the drive toward continuous improvement in fire management nationwide.
