The Controller General of the Federal Fire Service, CG Olumode Adeyemi Samuel, has approved the immediate deployment of Deputy Controller of Fire (DCF) UM Sadiq as the new State Controller for the Kano State Command.
This strategic posting takes effect immediately and is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen operational leadership and public safety across the nation.
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DCF UM Sadiq assumes command from CSF Kazeem Sholadoye, who has been redeployed to the Jigawa State Command in an acting capacity.
The Service appreciates CSF Sholadoye’s dedication and contributions during his tenure in Kano.
DCF UM Sadiq is no stranger to the Kano Command, having previously served as the Acting Commanding officer between 2015 and 2017. His return to the state where he is also an indigene of Nasarawa Local Government Area brings a full circle of experience, familiarity, and commitment to the safety of his home community.
A seasoned firefighter, astute administrator, and renowned policy strategist, DCF UM Sadiq is widely regarded as one of the intellectual backbone of the Federal Fire Service.
His career trajectory reflects a consistent record of excellence and reform-driven leadership. Over the years, he has served in several critical capacities including:
· Team Lead, Package B, National Stadium Abuja (2015)
· Commanding Officer, Kano State Command (2015–2017)
· Head of Appointment, Promotion and Discipline, National Headquarters, Abuja (2017–2020)
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· Third-in-Command, Policy, Planning, Research and Statistics, National Headquarters (2020–2021)
· Head of Registry, National Headquarters (2021–2022)
· Second-in-Command, Jigawa State Command (2022–2023)
· State Controller, Kaduna State Command (2023–2024)
· State Controller, Kogi State Command (2024–2026)
His expansive portfolio has positioned him as a foremost authority in service administration, fire prevention, inspection, coordination, and institutional reforms.
Known for his analytical depth and forward-thinking approach, DCF UM Sadiq has been instrumental in shaping key policies that have modernized operational frameworks and improved emergency response mechanisms within the Service.
His deployment to Kano is expected to catalyze enhanced public safety strategies, deepen community engagement, and reinforce the state’s firefighting infrastructure.
With his proven track record in leadership and strategic planning, the people of Kano State stand to benefit immensely from his wealth of experience, visionary direction, and unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives and property.
The Controller General has expressed full confidence in DCF UM Sadiq’s ability to lead the Kano Command to greater heights, and has called on all officers and men of the Command to extend their full cooperation and support to the new State Controller.
