Video: Lagos cracks down on street begging, arrests 45
Abdullateef Fowewe
The Lagos State Government has intensified its campaign against street begging, arresting 45 individuals in coordinated operations across key areas, as announced by Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab on Tuesday.
Video: Lagos cracks down on street begging, arrests 45
The enforcement targeted hotspots known for public nuisance and safety risks.
In Alimosho, teams apprehended 17 beggars initially, followed by another 10 in a follow-up sweep.
Agege saw 12 arrests, while six more were picked up in Oshodi.
Wahab writes, “As part of our sustained enforcement and mop-up operations across the State, our teams recorded further arrests today.”
He emphasised the broader rationale, quoting, “These activities are in line with our zero tolerance for street begging, which constitutes environmental nuisance, endangers lives, and disrupts public order. Begging along roads, medians, and public spaces exposes both the individuals involved and road users to avoidable risks.”
The commissioner capped his post with the hashtag #zeroToleranceLagos, signaling ongoing efforts to maintain public order and safety in the bustling metropolis.
