Lagos Revives Local Emergency Committees
LASEMA revitalises Local Emergency Management Committees (LEMCs) across Lagos to strengthen grassroots disaster preparedness ahead of the festive season. Residents urged to act responsibly.
Category : Emergency Services
Fire Ravages Gombe Timber Market, Mosque
A devastating night fire gutted Gombe's Kasuwar Katako timber market and a mosque. Governor Inuwa Yahaya pledges support and investigation. Read the full report.
Five Die in Separate Kano Incidents
A series of tragic accidents across Kano State claimed five lives, including children. Authorities urge residents to call emergency services instead of attempting risky rescues. Learn more about the safety warnings.
Fire guts Abuja wood market, destroys property worth millions
A devastating fire swept through Abuja's Jabi wood market, destroying shops and goods worth millions of naira. Firefighters contained the blaze with no casualties reported. Traders appeal for government aid.
Senate Proposes Single Nationwide Emergency Number
Nigeria's Senate considers a bill to establish a single toll-free emergency number, '112', to replace the current confusing system. The move aims to leverage high mobile penetration for faster response. Read more.
Major Fire Guts Jabi Wood Market in Abuja
A devastating fire destroyed the popular Jabi Wood Market in Abuja early Wednesday. Traders lost millions in property. No casualties reported. Read more on the response and calls for aid.
Five Family Members Die in Katsina Fire Incident
A man, his wife, and three children died in a Katsina fire. The blaze, linked to a power surge, destroyed their home. Read the full report and community reactions.
Hong Kong fire death toll rises to 128
Death toll in Hong Kong's worst fire in decades climbs to 128. Malfunctioning alarms, bamboo scaffolding contributed to the inferno. Investigations ongoing.
Kano Fire Service Rescues Elderly Woman from Well
Kano State Fire Service successfully rescued 65-year-old Khadija Muhammad after she fell into a well in Gafiyawa town. The emergency response team acted swiftly following a distress call. Learn about safety measures to prevent such incidents.
Austrian Avalanche: Multiple Skiers Buried, Rescue Ongoing
Multiple skiers buried in avalanche at Austrian ski resort. Large-scale rescue operation involving 250 personnel continues. At least 9 rescued, 3 hospitalized.
13 Dead in Hong Kong High-Rise Fire, Elderly Trapped
Massive fire engulfs Hong Kong high-rises, killing 13 and trapping elderly residents. 700 evacuated as bamboo scaffolding spreads flames. Investigation ongoing.
Gas explosion kills many in Ibadan
A tragic gas explosion in Ibadan's Bioku-Alaadun area has claimed multiple lives and damaged properties. Emergency services are on site. Learn more about the incident and crucial safety measures.
FG Names 2Baba Fire Ambassador, Urges Public Action
The Federal Government has launched a major push for fire safety, naming 2Baba as Fire Ambassador. Officials urge Nigerians to ditch the 'Not My Portion' mindset and embrace preparedness.
Family of four perish in Kano fire tragedy
A devastating fire in Kano's Kundila Estate claims a family of four. The Kano Fire Service confirms a mosquito coil as the likely cause. A 12-year-old boy was rescued. Learn more about fire safety.
Fire guts Kayat Restaurant in Maiduguri
A fire outbreak on Sunday destroyed part of Kayat Restaurant on Polo Road in Maiduguri. Emergency services responded quickly. Read eyewitness accounts and latest updates.
12-Year-Old Girl Drowns in Kwara Domestic Well
Kwara State Fire Service recovers body of 12-year-old Nabilat after she fell into a well while fetching water. Fire service urges public safety awareness.
180 Nigerian Returnees Arrive from Libya via NEMA
NEMA receives 180 vulnerable Nigerian returnees from Libya. The group includes medical cases and receives immediate humanitarian assistance. Read about the coordinated rescue effort.
Lagos gas truck disaster averted by quick response
Quick-thinking emergency services prevent potential catastrophe after 33,000-litre gas truck crashes and catches fire in Lagos, showcasing improved safety response protocols.
FG Releases Shortlisted Applicants for Immigration, Fire Service
The Federal Government has officially released the list of successful applicants for various security and paramilitary agencies including Immigration, Fire Service, and more. Thousands of Nigerian job seekers can now check their application status.
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