The Lagos State Government has disclosed that fire incidents in 2025 claimed 133 lives and caused property losses valued at N19.72 billion.
This represents an increase from 2024, when 91 lives were lost and N19.52 billion in property was destroyed, according to the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service (LSFRS) 2025 Activity Report. The report was presented during the 2026 Staff Engagement program at Alausa, Ikeja, themed “People, Preparedness and Service Delivery: Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service.”
During the year under review, the LSFRS responded to 2,617 calls, including 645 false alarms, across 1,685 fire incidents. Rescue teams saved 473 individuals and recovered property worth N118.32 billion.
Fire prevention activities included inspections of 8,791 facilities, issuance of 7,997 safety certificates, and submission of 90 fire safety reports.
Addressing participants, LSFRS Controller General Margaret Adeseye highlighted operational challenges, such as false alarms and inadequate water supply during emergency responses. She emphasized that people, preparedness, and service delivery are the pillars of effective fire and rescue operations.
“Our people remain our greatest asset; preparedness is the backbone of operational effectiveness; and service delivery is the ultimate measure of our impact on the lives and property of Lagosians,” Adeseye said.
She also acknowledged the support of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration and noted that the recent signing of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service Bill into law strengthened the Service’s governance, efficiency, and operational capacity.
The engagement included presentations, interactive discussions, and experience-sharing sessions to enhance understanding of fire risk management, emergency preparedness, and disaster response strategies.
The program also recognized outstanding personnel, with awards presented to deserving staff and promotions conferred on newly elevated officers.
Adeseye reaffirmed the Service’s commitment “to build a safer, more resilient, and fire-conscious Lagos, where prevention is prioritized, response is swift, and service delivery remains people-centered and impactful.”