The Federal Government of Nigeria has named music icon, Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Face or 2Baba, a National Fire Safety Ambassador.

The Controller General of the Federal Fire Service, Samuel Adeyemi, announced the appointment on Friday during the closing ceremony of the 2025 National Fire Safety Week, held at the Service’s Headquarters.

The Fire Safety Week engaged Nigerians nationwide with a singular message that fire prevention must begin with individuals abandoning the deeply ingrained mindset that fire disasters are distant possibilities.

Adeyemi recalled that the programme began with a virtual town hall that set the tone for public engagement, followed by the presentation of Bankers’ Cheques under the Group Life Insurance Scheme to families of fallen and injured fire officers.

The event also featured the presentation of the “CG’s Cup” and medals.

Throughout the week, fire officers conducted nationwide sensitisation in schools, markets, and major economic centres, complemented by street roadshows, drills and demonstrations designed to equip citizens with practical fire-prevention knowledge.

Adeyemi said the response from Nigerians had been “remarkable,” citing heightened interest and renewed national commitment to preventive safety.

The CG said the closing ceremony, which featured the presentation of certificates and awards, was designed to honour individuals and institutions that had shown exceptional commitment to fire safety compliance and risk reduction.

“To the participants receiving certificates, I congratulate you,” he said, urging them to become ambassadors of fire safety in their homes, workplaces, and communities.

“As a National Fire Safety Ambassador, we expect him to inspire a new generation to embrace a culture of safety,” the CG said.

With 2baba’s new role, he is charged with championing behavioural change and driving a new wave of public awareness on preventive safety across the country.