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The Federal Government has intensified efforts to operationalise 112 as Nigeria’s unified national emergency number, with plans to conclude consultations with state governors and emergency response agencies for full nationwide adoption.

This follows a high-level meeting at the Presidential Villa between Vice President Kashim Shettima and a delegation from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), led by its Governing Board Chairman, Chief Idris Ibikunle Olorunnimbe.

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The move comes days after the National Economic Council (NEC), chaired by the Vice President, approved 112 as the single emergency number for use across all tiers of government and relevant agencies, marking a significant step toward strengthening Nigeria’s emergency response framework.

At the meeting, Shettima directed the development of a clear implementation roadmap to align the initiative with global best practices, stressing the importance of a unified and coordinated system. He also instructed the NCC to work closely with the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to leverage its expertise in disaster response, relief, and rehabilitation.

The Vice President assured stakeholders of sustained support for the initiative, noting that funding would be mobilised through NEC and private sector partnerships. He further called for strong commitment from all emergency responders, emphasising that collaboration is critical to the success of the project.

Earlier, Olorunnimbe briefed the Vice President on progress made so far, revealing that the NCC has established about 35 Emergency Communications Centres (ECCs) nationwide using advanced technology infrastructure.

He, however, stressed the need for greater involvement from state governors to maintain and support these facilities, ensuring they operate effectively. He also highlighted the importance of seamless coordination among response agencies.

According to him, the effectiveness of the 112 system depends on the reliability of connections between callers and emergency services, including the police, ambulance providers, and national disaster agencies.

Olorunnimbe described the initiative as a national responsibility, urging all stakeholders to prioritise its success to guarantee that citizens in distress receive prompt assistance.

The planned nationwide rollout of the 112 emergency number is expected to significantly improve response times, reduce confusion over multiple helplines, and enhance public safety across Nigeria.

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