{
  "id": 12407496,
  "title": "GNFS to integrate fire safety education into basic school curriculum",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/gnfs-to-integrate-fire-safety-education-into-basic-school-curriculum",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-06T15:29:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/gnfs-to-integrate-fire-safety-education-into-basic-school-curriculum/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) is joining forces with the Ghana Education Service (GES), the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NaCCA), and Ulster University to incorporate fire safety education into Ghana's basic school curriculum. This initiative aims to provide children with essential knowledge on fire prevention, safe behavior, and appropriate actions during emergencies from a young age. The programme, spearheaded by GNFS Chief Fire Officer Daniella Mawusi Ntow Sarpong, was initially developed by GNFS and Ulster University and has been further refined through consultations with education and fire safety experts. Currently, the refined programme is under review by the Chief Fire Officer as stakeholders deliberate on its potential integration into the basic school curriculum. By imparting age-appropriate knowledge and practical skills, the program seeks to empower pupils to prevent fires and respond effectively in emergency scenarios. This collaboration among GNFS, GES, NaCCA, and Ulster University is part of a wider initiative to foster a culture of fire safety and prevention among young people.",
  "summary": "The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), in collaboration with the Ghana Education Service (GES), the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NaCCA) and Ulster University, is working to integrate fire safety education into Ghana’s basic school curriculum. The initiative is aimed at equipping children with practical knowledge on fire prevention, safe behaviour and the appropriate […]",
  "key_points": [
    "Fire safety education to be integrated into basic school curriculum.",
    "Program aims to teach fire prevention, safe behavior, and emergency response to children."
  ],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}