Five people arrested for open defecation in Lagos Island
Officials in Lagos State have arrested five people for open defecation during a morning operation. The action was revealed in a video shared by Tokunbo Wahab, the Lagos State Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources. The operation took place around Ebute Ero and nearby areas on Lagos Island. Authorities say the crackdown is part of ongoing efforts to improve sanitation across the state.
What happened
- Five individuals were apprehended by officials enforcing sanitation laws in Lagos Island.
- The arrests occurred during an early morning operation around Ebute Ero and its environs.
- Tokunbo Wahab shared a video of the operation on X, highlighting the government's commitment to curbing open defecation.
- The arrested individuals were taken to the enforcement office at Sura-Simpson for investigation and will be prosecuted according to state laws.
- The Lagos State Government has warned residents against open defecation and noted that 8,710 public toilets are available across the state.
