Electric vehicles: Expert warns against conventional firefighting approaches

Nigerian Tribune | 29-08-2026 12:47pm |

As Nigeria embraces electric vehicles (EVs) for cleaner transportation, the Federal Fire Service (FFS), Lagos Command, has warned that fires involving EVs require specialized knowledge, equipment, and response techniques. Chief Superintendent of Fire, Badmus Abdulsamad, issued this warning while presenting the command's preparedness strategy. The warning underscores the need for updated firefighting approaches to handle EV-related incidents safely. This development highlights the importance of adapting emergency services to new technologies.

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