The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has provided clarity on the issuance of investigative fire reports.

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According to ADO 1 Derrick Elorm Adzokpa of the GNFS Public Relations Department,these reports are available upon request for a fee and not to generate profit, but to support the Service’s operational needs and contribute to broader public safety initiatives.

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He explained that while investigations are routinely conducted following fire incidents, the official reports are not released automatically.

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“Mostly, we do the investigation, but you have to request it, and the fee is less than GHS 150,” he said.

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He emphasized that the modest fee helps generate internal revenue to complement what the government provides, ensuring the Service can continue its work effectively.

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“When we finalise our investigation, we speak to the market leaders and whoever is in charge of the market, and then we give them the report at a fee,” Adzokpa noted.

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This clarification comes in the wake of mounting concerns over frequent fire outbreaks in major trading areas. The GNFS reiterated that these reports are essential for identifying causes and improving fire prevention strategies.

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“By paying this amount of money, you are also supporting the government to support you. That is our way of generating funds to support you by providing comprehensive support to the Ghanaian,” he added.

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