Ankpa, Kogi State — Following the devastating fire outbreak that gutted the private residence of the Executive Chairman of Ankpa Local Government Council, Engineer Ademu Yahaya, Prince Gowon Enenche (G1) has expressed deep sympathy with the Council Chairman. Beyond offering condolences, the SDP candidate for Ankpa, Omala, and Olamaboro Federal Constituency made an urgent call for legislative action to establish a modern, fully equipped fire service station in Ankpa.
The incident highlights a long-standing gap in public safety infrastructure across Ankpa Local Government Area—an ancient and rapidly expanding town that currently lacks dedicated local fire suppression capabilities.
“My thoughts and prayers are with the Executive Chairman of Ankpa Local Government Council, my brother Engineer Ademu Yahaya, over the devastating fire outbreak that gutted his residence yesterday. An incident like this is deeply painful and profoundly traumatizing. Watching what you have built get consumed by flames is a burden no one should have to bear, and I share in his grief during this difficult time.”
— Prince Gowon Enenche (G1)
Highlighting Structural Gaps in Public Safety
Addressing the tragedy, Prince Gowon Enenche noted that while the emotional and material loss is heavy, the extent of the damage serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for emergency preparedness in the constituency.
A Passionate Appeal to Elected Lawmakers
Enenche issued a direct, passionate appeal to current representatives serving Ankpa at both the Kogi State House of Assembly and the National Assembly, urging them to initiate and sponsor legislative measures to bring a standard fire service station to Ankpa.
“Ankpa is an ancient, historic, and rapidly growing town. Our people deserve, at the very least, a functional, fully equipped fire service station. I am using this opportunity to make a passionate appeal to our lawmakers representing Ankpa at both the State House of Assembly and the National Assembly to urgently sponsor a bill for the establishment of a fire service station here.”
Driven to Serve by Community Need
Reiterating his core motivation for joining the legislative race, Prince Gowon Enenche revealed that structural gaps in safety and infrastructure have long driven his efforts toward practical, private-led solutions.
“Even as a private citizen, the need for fire suppression infrastructure in Ankpa has weighed heavily on my mind, to the point where I have conceptualized ways to establish one. It is precisely these structural gaps—where our communities are left without basic safety measures they rightfully deserve—that push us into public service. We are contesting to ensure Ankpa finally gets what it deserves.”
Solidarity and Prayers
Concluding his statement, Enenche offered prayers for Engineer Ademu Yahaya and his family, calling on the community to remain united in supporting those affected by disasters.
“I pray that Almighty Allah comforts Engineer Ademu Muhammed Yahaya, grants him the fortitude to bear this heavy loss, and completely replenishes everything destroyed by the inferno. Stay strong, my brother. We stand with you.”
— Prince Gowon Enenche
Chairman, G1 Group & SDP Candidate for Ankpa Federal Constituency
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