“We’ve sealed 840 event centres and social facilities for safety violations and non-compliance with extant laws,” Oyerinde said. “Fire safety officers from the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) successfully rescued 376 victims, preserving property estimated to be worth ₦152.22 billion. Oyerinde stressed that the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service had prioritised fire mitigation and emergency response strategies. He noted that the state constructed fire stations, modern workshops for Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, and an access road to the 3rd Relief Camp. He said that this was part of its ongoing emergency, safety, and security initiatives.

Source: The Guardian May 21, 2024 01:35 UTC