Defecate in Public and Go to Jail: Lagos Government Warns, Deploys 1,710 Smart Public Toilets Across City
The Lagos State Government has intensified efforts to eliminate open defecation and improve public sanitation, revealing that 1,710 functional public toilets are currently in place across the state for residents and visitors.
The Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, said the facilities have been strategically distributed to expand access, but stressed that government alone cannot meet the growing demand.
In a statement issued today, he said:
As part of our sustained efforts to eliminate open defecation and improve public sanitation across Lagos State, we currently have 1,710 functioning public toilets strategically located across the state for residents and visitors.
However, government cannot do this alone. We are encouraging businesses such as filling stations, banks, eateries, and other public-facing facilities to make their restrooms accessible to the public where possible.
This collaborative approach will significantly complement government efforts and expand access to sanitation facilities across the state.
At the same time, we continue to enforce environmental sanitation laws. Individuals caught engaging in open defecation are being arrested and prosecuted in accordance with the law. These measures are necessary to protect public health, preserve dignity, and maintain a cleaner environment for all.
Access to sanitation is a shared responsibility. While government continues to expand infrastructure, residents and businesses must also play their part in ensuring Lagos remains clean, safe, and habitable.
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