Woman Arrested for Child Dumping Refuse in Drainage
The Lagos State government has arrested a woman identified as Mrs. McCarthy, of No. 56 Adaranijo Street, Pedro, Shomolu, for allegedly encouraging her child to dispose of refuse into a covered drainage channel. The arrest was made on July 13, 2026, following a report received by the Ministry of Environment and Water Resources.
Commissioner Confirms Arrest
Confirming the arrest to newsmen, the state Commissioner of Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, stated that the Ministry received a report of the incident and immediately deployed enforcement officers to the area. The woman was arrested for violating the State’s environmental laws.
Official Statement on Environmental Responsibility
Wahab emphasized the importance of responsible behavior among residents. 'We expect every resident to act responsibly and to educate their children on the importance of protecting public infrastructure, particularly drainage systems. Encouraging acts that contribute to blocked drains and environmental degradation is unacceptable and will not be tolerated.'
The commissioner further urged all residents to dispose of waste properly and support collective efforts to keep Lagos clean. 'A clean, safe, and flood-resilient environment is a shared responsibility,' he added.
