… Launches Pre-Fabricated LASAMBUS Stations in Strategic Locations
… Says Sanwo-Olu’s Health Agenda Hits New Milestone in Pre-Hospital Care
In a bold move to strengthen emergency healthcare services, the Lagos State Government today officially commissioned 10 new pre-fabricated ambulance points located at Agege, Agbowa, Masha (Surulere), Badagry, Mile 2, Epe, Shomolu, Igando, Iba, and Ibeju-Lekki areas of the State under the Lagos State Ambulance Service (LASAMBUS). The initiative, led by the Ministry of Health, is designed to improve pre-hospital care and emergency response times across communities.
The commissioning ceremony took place at the LASAMBUS Point in Agege, one of the newly established locations, and was performed by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Health, Dr. (Mrs.) Kemi Ogunyemi. The event also had in attendance top government officials, including the Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Ministry of Health, Dr. Olusegun Ogboye, and representatives from the contractor, Hamibra Integrated Nigeria Ltd.
Dr. Ogunyemi, in her keynote address, described the initiative as a landmark step toward the realisation of the Babajide Sanwo-Olu administration’s THEMES Plus Agenda, particularly in delivering timely and quality emergency healthcare to Lagosians. “These new ambulance points represent not just infrastructure, but hope and access to lifesaving care,” she said.
Ogunyemi noted that the structures were strategically located to ensure broader and faster emergency medical coverage. She praised the collaborative spirit that brought the project to fruition, singling out the contractor, Mr. Sulaiman Hammed, for what she called “professional dedication beyond contractual obligations.” She also acknowledged Mr. Moshood Akintayo, a beneficiary of LASAMBUS services, for voluntarily beautifying the Agege ambulance point with his personal resources.
Reaffirming the government’s commitment, she declared: “We are not just launching facilities today, we are reinforcing our promise to save lives, support frontline responders, and build a healthier, safer Lagos for all.”
In his welcome remarks, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Health, Dr. Olusegun Ogboye, shared his deep personal passion for emergency services and highlighted LASAMBUS as a cause he has championed throughout his tenure. “This is not just another ribbon-cutting ceremony,” he said. “It’s a signpost of progress, a culmination of years of planning and passionate work.”
Dr. Ogboye explained that the 10 new points are part of a larger blueprint to upgrade and establish more strategically located points on the roads, ambulance bases in hospitals, forward-operating posts in local government areas, and trauma centres across Lagos. He cited already functional trauma centres in Epe and Tollgate, and ongoing works at MCC Eti-Osa and proposed new centres in other locations.
“We’re building more than structures; we’re building systems. From infrastructure to communication upgrades, every piece fits into a larger vision of seamless, responsive emergency medical service delivery,” Ogboye stated, adding that plans are underway to expand beyond these 10 points.
He commended the LASAMBUS team for their dedication and resilience, noting that the addition of new points will naturally increase their workload. “Even as we celebrate today, we acknowledge the increased demands on our responders. Your sacrifice doesn’t go unnoticed,” he assured.
Dr. Ogboye also recognised the valuable contributions of the community, citing Mr. Moshood Akintayo’s gesture as “the highest form of civic partnership any government agency could ask for.” He urged others to emulate such community ownership of public assets.
The MD/CEO of Hamibra Integrated Nigeria Ltd, Mr. Sulaiman Hammed, presented a project brief, explaining the evolution of the prefabricated model from earlier versions that were vulnerable to environmental damage and unrest. “This new model is fortified, mobile, and designed to stand for over 50 years,” he declared proudly.
He revealed that the structure includes an ambulance personnel station equipped with executive furniture, anti-burglar German steel panels, and hybrid plasma cooling for staff comfort, adding that the ambulance hangar is reinforced with top-grade steel and built to accommodate modern ambulances securely and effectively.
According to Mr. Hammed, the modular structures are not only transferable but also cost-effective in the long term. He expressed gratitude to Governor Sanwo-Olu for supporting innovation and to the Special Adviser and Permanent Secretary for their leadership and trust in local contractors.
Representing LASAMBUS, Deputy Director of Nursing, Mrs. Rasheedat Saka, applauded the commissioning as a game-changer for pre-hospital care delivery. “These new points drastically improve our comfort, readiness, and response times. So with this in place, we are ready to respond come sun or rain,” she noted.
Mrs. Saka appreciated the Ministry for responding to the needs of ambulance personnel, citing training and continuous capacity-building efforts as crucial elements that enable LASAMBUS responders to remain competent and effective in emergencies.
She reminded Lagosians of the availability of emergency toll-free numbers 767 and 112, urging citizens to call either number during emergencies to receive prompt assistance from trained LASAMBUS professionals.
A high point of the ceremony was the moving testimony by Mr. Moshood Akintayo, a direct beneficiary of LASAMBUS intervention. He recalled how the service saved his life during an accident earlier this year. “They showed up fast, treated me on-site, and transported me to the hospital, all at no cost,” he shared emotionally.
In appreciation, Mr. Akintayo took it upon himself to paint the perimeter wall around the newly constructed LASAMBUS Point in Agege. “This is my small way of giving back. LASAMBUS gave me a second chance at life,” he said, drawing warm applause from attendees.
Today’s commissioning brings the total number of newly pre-fabricated LASAMBUS Points to 16, following six previously launched stations a year ago. With Governor Sanwo-Olu’s continued support, the State aims to extend the reach of these points to all local government areas.
By reinforcing infrastructure, upskilling personnel, and engaging communities, the Lagos State Government has demonstrated a forward-thinking approach to emergency healthcare. The new LASAMBUS Points represent both immediate impact and long-term investment in public health resilience.