Lagos is gearing up to host its inaugural International Fire Safety Conference 1.0 from June 25th to 27th, 2024, at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island.
A statement signed by the Director, Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Margaret Adeseye, says the conference with the theme: “Stakeholders Collaboration: A Panacea to Incessant Fire Disasters in Lagos,” aims to bring together various stakeholders to address the increasing incidents of Fire disasters in the State.
Adeseye notes that over the years, the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service has seen distress calls rise significantly, from 1,195 in 2021 to 2,537 in 2023, resulting in substantial casualties and property losses.
Recognizing the need for a fresh approach, she opines that the Fire conference will feature workshops, seminars, panel discussions, networking, and expos.
According to the Fire Boss, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu will inaugurate the event, emphasizing the importance of leveraging cutting-edge technology to propel Lagos into a 21st-century economy.
“This conference will serve as a catalyst for the proactive measures to mitigate fire disasters and protect our communities.
“On a final note, the conference pledges not to be merely another talk-shop; rather, it commits to implementing policies and resolutions derived from the forum to address fire safety effectively”, Adeseye adds”
