No fewer than 2,000 delegates comprising industry experts, policymakers, emergency responders, market dwellers and community leaders are expected to converge in Lagos for the second edition of the Lagos International Fire Safety Conference, LIFSC 2.0.
The event, organised by the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service under the Lagos State Ministry of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Relations, will hold from August 12 to 14, 2025, at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Themed “Leveraging Technology and Community Engagement to Prevent Fires,” the three-day conference will address critical fire safety challenges, promote a culture of prevention, preparedness, and resilience, while advancing disaster risk reduction in Lagos and beyond.
The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, will deliver the keynote address and officially declare the conference open.
The event will feature enlightening workshops, expert panel sessions, and cutting-edge exhibitions focused on disaster risk management, dangerous goods handling, live demonstrations of fire suppression systems, and an expo showcasing state-of-the-art fire safety equipment.
Commissioner for Special Duties and Intergovernmental Relations, Hon. Gbenga Oyerinde, described the conference as a demonstration of Governor Sanwo-Olu’s THEMES+ Agenda commitment to Public Order and Safety in the State.
“The Lagos International Fire Safety Conference 2.0 is a cornerstone of our proactive approach to safeguarding lives, property and environment. By fostering collaboration among stakeholders and empowering communities with knowledge, we are building a safer, more resilient Lagos for all,” he said.
Also speaking, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Relations, Mr. Sesan Ogundeko, mni, stressed the need for the continuity of the conference to bring about the change desired in Lagos State.
Director of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Margaret Adeseye, noted that this year’s conference would build on the success of LIFSC 1.0, which attracted over 1,800 delegates in 2024.
“Carelessness accounts for over 80% of fire and related emergency incidents in Lagos. LIFSC 2.0 is our platform to drive home the message that ‘the best fire fought is the one prevented,’ equipping residents and businesses with the tools to mitigate fire risks effectively,” she stated.
Organisations, individuals and stakeholders interested in participating are encouraged to register via the conference website at www.lifsc.org.