After the blaze that swept through parts of Avenor, the Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, along with the Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Hon. Mahama Ayariga, paid an official visit to the affected site on Thursday, October 1, 2026. The high-level delegation arrived on the ground to personally gauge the extent of the damage and evaluate the efficiency of ongoing emergency operations.
During the visit, the two Ministers met directly with key officials from emergency response agencies and emergency service crews working tirelessly on site. Emergency personnel briefed the government officials on the preliminary factors leading up to the outbreak, the tactical maneuvers deployed to bring the flames under control, and the immediate mitigation measures implemented to ensure the safety of residents in surrounding areas.
Speaking during the tour, the Ministers emphasized that obtaining a first-hand assessment of the disaster was vital for coordinating effective relief and response strategies. Hon. Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak commended the rapid mobilization and courage of the first responders while reassuring affected community members that government agencies are actively coordinating to address the immediate fallout and prevent future incidents of this nature.
The joint visit underscores the government's committed approach toward crisis management and community safety. As local authorities continue to secure the perimeter and conclude their comprehensive report on the ground situation, stakeholders are working closely to ensure adequate support and recovery mechanisms are made available to the impacted residents of Avenor.
@Volta Today
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