Sanwo-Olu Approves Recruitment of 150 Additional Firefighters

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has approved the recruitment of an additional 150 firefighters into the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service.

This is part of efforts to strengthen emergency response and enhance public safety across the state.

The approval was disclosed by the Controller General of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Margaret Adeseye, during the flag-off of the LSFRS Squad 23 training exercise in Ikeja, Lagos.

Adeseye said the latest recruitment reflects the Sanwo-Olu administration’s commitment to building a resilient, well-equipped and professionally trained fire and rescue service capable of responding effectively to emergencies.

She noted that the recruitment follows earlier engagements under the current administration, including the enlistment of 100 firefighters in 2020, shortly before the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, to boost frontline emergency response.

According to her, the state recorded its highest-ever recruitment into the fire service in 2022 with the enlistment of 435 firefighters. Their Passing Out Parade formed part of the Lagos State Fire Service Golden Jubilee celebrations held in October 2022.

She added that the milestone event also featured the commissioning of 62 fire-fighting apparatuses, the unveiling of new fire stations at Ajegunle, Ebute Elefun and Oba Oniru in Lekki, as well as the commissioning of an ultra-modern headquarters at Alausa, Ikeja.

Adeseye further disclosed that the newly recruited 150 firefighters, who were employed in November 2025, have commenced intensive training at the upgraded Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service Fire Academy. She said they are currently undergoing the Professional Basic Firefighting Competency and Short Service Course to prepare them for operational duties in line with global best practices.

She assured that the Lagos State Government remains committed to continuous investment in human capacity development, modern infrastructure and operational equipment to ensure the safety of lives, property and the environment across the state.