Lagos: The Lagos State Government has cautioned Nollywood actress Sarah Martins against cooking and distributing food on public roads in the state, saying the activity violates environmental and public order regulations.
According to Ghana Web, the warning was issued by the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, in a post on his official X handle on Saturday evening. Wahab expressed concern over the actress's activities on the streets of Lagos, acknowledging the charitable intent but emphasizing that such actions on public roads, walkways, or medians are not permitted under Lagos environmental and public order regulations.
Wahab highlighted that cooking or trading on public infrastructure poses safety, sanitation, and traffic concerns. He also disclosed that the actress had previously been cautioned over a similar activity last year but was allowed to continue at the time due to the philanthropic nature of the initiative.
The commissioner advised Sarah Martins to desist from carrying out street cooking or similar activities in public spaces in Lagos to avoid apprehension and prosecution. Wahab suggested that the actress channel her charitable outreach through approved locations and proper channels to provide assistance to vulnerable residents without violating environmental laws.
Wahab further emphasized the importance of compliance with the law by all residents, stating that everyone is expected to be law-abiding in Lagos, just as they would be in any other well-regulated city.