By Tolulope Jolayemi

The Head of the Fire Service Unit, University of Ilorin, Mr Abdulrazaq Olanrewaju Ibrahim, has advised staff of the University to ensure the provision of  fire extinguishers at homes in case of fire emergencies.

Mr Ibrahim gave this advice last Tuesday (July 29, 2025) while speaking during a  “Sensitisation Programme on Fire Prevention and how to handle fire Extinguishers” at the Conference Room of the Directorate of Corporate  Affairs.

The chief fire fighter noted that fire incidences are best attended to early before they turn into full blown dissasters. He further explained that even though fire is a very important agent that serves in daily life as it is often used for cooking, it can also cause unquantifiable damages to lives and property.

While explaining the different causes of fire, Mr Ibrahim explained that the most effective ways of putting out fire are through the use of fire extinguishers and  fire blankets to cover burning flames.

He also stated that the immediate measures to be taken in cases of fire outbreaks are by individuals making sure eyes are entirely closed and tracing their ways out of the building , making sure others in the building and neighbours are informed about the fire emergency.

Mr Ibrahim encouraged the participants to always keep calm during such incidences while calling for the immediate assistance of fire fighters.

He thanked the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Wahab Olasupo Egbewole for always giving his Unit the opportunity to enlighten members of the University community on  ways to avert fire incidents.

He also demonstrated different ways through which fire  can be extinguished.

In his remarks, the Director of Corporate Affairs, Mr Kunle Akogun, thanked the Fire Service unit as he encouraged Mr Ibrahim not to relent in his efforts at enlightening members of the University on all that is needed to be done to prevent fire disasters.

            He also urged staff members to always be vigilant so as to prevent fire outbreaks.