President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Deputy Controller-General (DCG) Olumode Samuel Adeyemi as the new Controller-General of the Federal Fire Service (FFS). The appointment takes effect from August 14, 2025.
The announcement was made in a statement issued by the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) and signed by its Secretary, Abdulmalik Jibrin.
Adeyemi’s appointment follows the impending retirement of the current Controller-General, Engr. Abdulganiyu Jaji Olola, who will step down on August 11, 2025, after reaching the mandatory retirement age of 60.
DCG Adeyemi brings extensive experience to the position, having transferred from the FCT Fire Service to the Federal Fire Service, where he rose to serve as Deputy Controller-General in charge of Human Resources at the Service Headquarters.
He has completed all required in-service and command courses, as well as additional professional training both locally and internationally. He is also a member and fellow of several professional bodies, including the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN), Institute of Corporate Administration of Nigeria, Institute of Public Administration of Nigeria, and the Chartered Institute of Treasury Management of Nigeria.
The Board also commended the outgoing CG, Engr. Olola, for his outstanding leadership and significant contributions to the growth and modernization of the Fire Service throughout his tenure.
