The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service has announced plans to host the third edition of the Lagos International Fire Safety Conference (LIFSC 3.0) as part of efforts to strengthen conversations around fire prevention, emergency preparedness and public safety.

Controller General of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Margaret Adeseye, said fire safety should be seen as a collective responsibility rather than the sole duty of government.

“Fire safety is not the responsibility of government alone. It is a collective responsibility. Every market, every home, every office, every school, and every institution must begin to see safety as a culture and not an afterthought,” she said.

Adeseye, while announcing the conference, stated that the event would provide an opportunity for stakeholders to educate, collaborate and build a safer society.

“This conference is an opportunity to educate, collaborate, and build a safer society for all Nigerians,” she added.

According to her, stakeholders from government, industry, emergency response agencies and the wider safety community are expected at the conference scheduled for July 6 to 8 at the Marriott Hotel, Ikeja.

The conference will bring together fire service leaders, emergency responders, policymakers, corporate organisations, safety professionals, students, exhibitors and innovators.

Organisers described the conference as a national movement aimed at promoting awareness, preparedness, prevention and collective action on fire safety.

They noted that the event comes at a critical period as Nigeria continues discussions on fire safety culture, emergency response systems, building compliance, industrial safety and public awareness.

LIFSC 3.0 is expected to feature keynote sessions, live demonstrations, strategic dialogues, exhibitions, safety innovations and stakeholder engagements designed to promote awareness and practical action.

Speaking on the initiative, Conference Consultant and Chief Executive Officer of HSENations, Femi Da-silva, described the event as more than just a conference.

“This is not just another gathering. This is a wake-up call for the nation. Some families have lost loved ones, many businesses have gone up in flames to disasters which could have been prevented,” he said.