In an ongoing effort to enforce public decency and sanitation, the Lagos State Government has arrested six individuals for urinating in public.
The incident occurred at the rail track situated in front of the Nigeria Army Shopping Complex, Arena, in Oshodi.
This crackdown forms part of the stateโs broader initiative to maintain cleanliness and uphold environmental standards across Lagos.
The arrests were announced by the Minister of Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, who took to X on Saturday to share the news.
In his post, he revealed, โ6 defaulters were earlier today arrested for open urination on rail track in front of Nigeria Army Shopping Complex, Arena, Oshodi.โ
These arrests are aligned with the Lagos State Governmentโs ongoing #ZeroToleranceLagos and #CleanerLagos campaigns, which aim to combat unsanitary practices in public spaces.
Open urination, which poses health risks and degrades the environment, has been a particular focus of these efforts.
Lagos has long struggled with issues related to public hygiene, and the state government has been intensifying its measures to address these challenges.
The recent arrests underscore the administration’s commitment to creating a more sanitary and respectful public space for all residents.
Authorities are urging citizens to adhere to public hygiene laws and use the facilities provided across the city. This incident at Oshodi serves as a reminder of the consequences of flouting environmental laws and the governmentโs resolve in maintaining order.
The Lagos State Government has reiterated its dedication to ensuring that public spaces remain clean and safe. As part of this drive, residents are encouraged to support these initiatives by observing proper sanitary practices, thereby contributing to the collective effort to build a cleaner and more sustainable Lagos.
