In light of the recent tragic incidents of drowning in State, the Lagos State Government is issuing an urgent advisory to all public facilities, including beaches and swimming pools, to adhere strictly to the Lagos State Swimming Pool Regulations of 2021. This measure is to ensure the safety of all residents and visitors engaging in aquatic activities.

The Director General, Safety Commission,Mr. Lanre Mojola, at the weekend, disclosed that reported cases of increase in drowning incidents, with quantum loss of lives in the past few weeks, is unimaginable.

These unfortunate events have occurred across various locations, including hotel swimming pools, beaches, and the lagoon.

The government extends its deepest condolences to the families of the victims and is committed to preventing further loss of life.

According to him, the Lagos State Swimming Pool Regulations was established to create a sustainable safety culture, outline critical safety policies, standards, and practices key provisions which includes the presence of trained lifeguards, proper signages, incident reporting protocols, and restrictions on alcohol usage and fire around pool areas.

He noted that it is imperative for all operators of public swimming facilities to comply with these regulations to prevent further incidences.

He said the government urges facility operators to:

Ensure the presence of certified lifeguards during operational hours.
Display clear safety rules and emergency procedures.
Conduct regular safety audits and maintenance checks.
Provide appropriate safety equipment, including first aid kits.
Enforce strict adherence to safety guidelines by all patrons.


He declared that the Lagos State Government is taking proactive steps to enforce these regulations and will not hesitate to apply penalties to any facility found in violation. The safety of our citizens and visitors is of utmost importance, and we must all work together to prevent drowning and ensure a safe environment for aquatic activities.

For more information on the Lagos State Swimming Pool Regulations and safety tips, please visit the Lagos State Safety Commission’s website on www.lasgsafety.com Whistle blowers should escalate any unsafe practices or infractions to 07000SAFETY

Naira20:
Is it because Fawaz drowned?

Goodvibes007:

7 drowning or so this last week alone.

ironheart:
We all need to learn CPR. The first 5min is very critical to anyone surviving

Naira20:
Is it because Fawaz drowned?

Naira20:
It has been happening but they don't care.But because Fawaz was involved and the negative publicity, they remembered the regulation that has been in place since 2021.

PointZerom:


All these should be taught in the secondary school and above but our visionless leaders likes fire brigade approach.

ironheart:
my thoughts exactly. We have left the true meaning of living to chase tthings that are irrelevant

helinues:
All the Nigeria state governors should put their acts together and stop acting after incident that could have been prevented

PointZerom:


Corruption and greed has killed the system and the poor are at the receiving end.

Those days in Boys brigade, we were taught all these things.

ironheart:
We all need to learn CPR. The first 5min is very critical to anyone surviving

SoNature:
Junior Pope died in Delta State and Lagos State government is issuing drowning advisory. It's obvious that Lagos State has the most responsible government in Nigeria.

themanderon:
They should be more concerned about the army of hungry people littered everywhere.