The Lagos State Ministry of Youth and Social Development, in partnership with the Lagos State Task Force, has flagged off a one-week-long raid to curb the activities of beggars, miscreants and other social vices across the state.
It was gathered that the move which was in response to public outcry, is to rid the streets of destitute individuals, miscreants, and children involved in street begging, which constitute environmental nuisances and pose security risks.
Speaking at the flag-off of the exercise, the Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Mobolaji Ogunlende, said the week-long operation was prompted by messages and calls from residents across Lagos metropolis, raising security concerns.
According to him, the complaints became so frequent that the relevant MDAs responsible for addressing the issue had to take immediate action.
“Since the operation began, we have rescued a significant number of adults and children from the streets of Lagos State.
“All rescued individuals have been taken to our rehabilitation centres for proper care, rehabilitation, and reintegration into society,” he said.
He added that while efforts were ongoing to reunite the children with their families, the adults among them will undergo empowerment programmes to acquire skills that would enable them to become productive and economically self-reliant.
The operation covered major routes, including Awolowo Way up to Falomo Roundabout, Ikoyi, Ozumba Mbadiwe Avenue, Lekki Road, and other parts of the state.
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