When Politics Stands Between Safety by Femi Da-silva
Across Africa’s fastest-growing cities, high-rise buildings are redefining skylines from Nairobi to Accra, Johannesburg to Lagos. But alongside this growth is a dangerous pattern: safety […]
Public Safety
The Cost of Surviving Near Misses – When Escaping Danger Becomes a Risk
In safety, not every danger ends in tragedy. Sometimes buildings crack but do not collapse. Vehicles collide but lives are spared. Fires start but are […]
Sanwo-Olu Approves Recruitment of Additional 150 Firefighters
The Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olushola Sanwo-Olu, has approved the recruitment of an additional 150 able-bodied men and women into the Lagos State Fire […]
When Warnings Disappear: How Poor Road Signs Fuel Nigeria’s Accident Crisis
Nigeria continues to record alarmingly high road crash rates, with poor infrastructure and weak road safety systems contributing to a mounting public health crisis. According […]
Akwa Ibom Governor Approves Recruitment of 600 Health Workers, 100 Safety Officers
Governor Umo Eno, has approved the recruitment of 600 health workers and 100 occupational safety officers in Akwa Ibom State to
Nigerian Govt Orders Investigation and Safety Overhaul to Curb Tanker Explosions
The recent explosion of a tanker has brought to light the glaring gaps in the safety protocols governing fuel transport
1,075 Lives Saved, 2,051 Accidents In Lagos: What These Shocking Stats Teach Us About Road Safety
In 2024, Lagos recorded over 2,051 road accidents, saving 1,075 lives through LASTMA’s timely interventions, while highlighting the need for enhanced traffic safety measures.
Safety in Question as Fatalities Mar New Year’s Celebrations: Five Dead, Several Injured in Fireworks Accident
The tragic deaths and injuries caused by fireworks during New Year celebrations in Germany underscore the urgent need for stronger regulations, public awareness, and supervision to ensure safety.
House Safety Chair Hon. Gumi Calls for Technology, Sustainability to Improve Public Safety
At the International Conference & Awards on Health, Safety, Security, and Emergency Response Ready (SafERR) Global Institute in Lagos, Hon. Sulaiman Abubakar Gumi, Chairman of […]
Bathroom Safety: ‘I Slipped and Could Have Died’ – Man Recounts Harrowing Hotel Bathroom Fall
Bathrooms are often a sanctuary for relaxation and self-care, but they can also pose significant hazards if proper safety measures are neglected. Recently, a man […]