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DEPARTMENT OF SEARCH AND RESCUE

The Department of Search and Rescue (SAR) is charged with the responsibilities of prompt and efficient coordination of search and rescue activities during disasters. It also put in place adequate preparedness measures, towards effective and efficient management of disasters in the country.

Responsibilities of the Department:

The Department is responsible for the followings:

Coordinating Search and Rescue (SAR) activities for disasters in Nigeria
Ensuring the provision of adequate communication networks with a redundancy for in-country disaster management.
Coordinating the activities of the COSPAS-SARSAT,Nigerian Mission Control Centre (NMCC).
Advising the DG on technical matters relating to acquiring specialized equipment
Public Safety and information during Search and Rescue Operations.

The Department is structured into two different divisions and a unit;

• The Operations Division
• The Communications Division 
• The Mission Control Centre (a unit).

It is usually headed by a serving Senior Military Officer of not below the rank of a Colonel in the Army or its equivalent in the Air Force or Navy. At present, the Department is headed by a Group Captain.


 

 Department of Planning, Research and Forecasting
 Department of Relief and rehabilitation
  Department of  Finance and Administration
Department of Training

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