Reported by: Oahimire Omone Precious | Edited by: Oravbiere Osayomore Promise.
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has significantly reinforced the state’s emergency response capacity with the induction of 150 newly recruited firefighters into the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service and the commissioning of the new Oworonshoki Fire Station. The ceremony, which took place on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, brought the total number of public fire stations constructed by the Sanwo-Olu administration to 11, while the total number of firefighters recruited under the governor since 2020 now stands at 685, according to a report by Vanguard published on Wednesday, August 5, 2026. The newly inducted firefighters completed a six-month intensive training programme at the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service Technical Training Centre in Ikeja, where they obtained the Basic Firefighting Competency Certificate, certifying them for active service.
Speaking at the event, the Controller General of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Mrs Margaret Adeseye, congratulated the new officers and urged them to uphold discipline, professionalism, and continuous learning as they commence field internship. “Firefighting is a highly demanding profession that requires courage, professionalism, teamwork and a constant commitment to improving operational skills in order to effectively protect lives, environment and property across Lagos State,” she said. Adeseye explained that the latest recruitment was the third phase under the governor’s administration, following the recruitment of 100 firefighters in December 2020 during the COVID-19 period and 435 personnel in May 2022. With the addition of the 150 newly inducted firefighters, she said the administration has recruited a total of 685 firefighters, significantly strengthening the agency’s operational capacity.
The Controller General also disclosed that the Oworonshoki Fire Station brings to 11 the number of public fire stations established by the administration, while another station is being operated through a Public-Private Partnership arrangement with the Startimes Estate Community Development Association. Adeseye commended Governor Sanwo-Olu for sustained investment in emergency management through recruitment of personnel, expansion of fire stations, and acquisition of modern firefighting equipment. She assured residents that the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service would continue to provide prompt, efficient, and proactive emergency response services across the state. She added that the administration’s focus on safety and security remains a key component of its THEMES+ Agenda, with ongoing improvements in equipment, manpower, and infrastructure within the fire and rescue sector.
The latest induction and commissioning come just weeks after the Lagos State Government announced the expansion of its fire response network with 11 new stations and 62 modern firefighting trucks in July 2026, which increased the number of fire stations across Lagos to 29, with additional facilities under construction in Yaba, Ikotun, and Oworonshoki. The sustained investment in the state’s fire and rescue service reflects the government’s commitment to improving public safety and disaster preparedness, as Lagos continues to grapple with the challenges of rapid urbanisation and the increasing frequency of fire incidents. For residents of the state, the expanded fire response capacity offers reassurance that emergency services are better equipped to protect lives and property in the event of a fire or other disasters.
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