A new safety campaign called First Response for All has been launched in Lagos. Its goal is to teach people how to respond in emergencies and help save lives.
The campaign is a joint effort by Betway, the Lagos State Lottery and Gaming Authority, the Ojuse Foundation, and the Nigerian Red Cross Society.
It is being described as a powerful project that will train everyday people—such as market traders, bus drivers, and young athletes—in important life-saving skills. These include basic life support, fire safety, trauma response, and first aid.
A statement released on Wednesday said the Nigerian Red Cross Society will carry out the training. They will use their global experience in emergency response and humanitarian support.
Anu Anibaba-Amusan, co-founder of the Ojuse Foundation, said the programme was created to solve a major problem in public safety.
“Many people die not because no one wants to help, but because people nearby don’t know what to do. This campaign will fix that by teaching communities directly,” she explained.
The organisers said training sessions will take place in busy public areas across Lagos. They will be offered in both English and local languages to make sure everyone can understand and join.
“This is a rare chance to be part of something that makes a real difference,” the organisers said. “We are happy to support a programme that gives Nigerians the skills and confidence to act quickly in emergencies.”
The Lagos State Lottery and Gaming Authority also shared its support. The agency said this campaign fits perfectly with its mission of investing in the well-being of the public.
“We support efforts that help and protect our people. Working with the Ojuse Foundation to improve safety is part of our values,” the agency said.
The Nigerian Red Cross Society, which is leading the technical side of the training, sees this effort as more than a one-time campaign.
“This is a long-term movement,” they said. “When people have the right training, they can save lives, reduce suffering, and help their communities become stronger.”
