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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. #CleanerLagos #GreaterLagos

🇬🇧 Labour Party Is the Best Party for Immigrants in the UK (May 7 Local Elections) As the UK heads into the Thursday, 7 May 2026 local elections, many immigrants are asking whether the @UKLabour is the best option for them. The honest answer is: it depends on what matters most to you because Labour’s approach sits somewhere in the middle, not fully pro-immigration but not as strict as some alternatives either. Compared to more hardline parties, @UKLabour also tends to use a less hostile tone when talking about immigration, focusing more on integration and contribution than blame. This difference in tone alone makes some immigrants feel more accepted and less targeted. Labour has also proposed stricter immigration controls in certain areas. For example, plans to extend the time it takes to gain permanent settlement from 5 years to potentially 10 years have raised concerns. Local elections on May 7 are not mainly about immigration policy. Local elections DO NOT control immigration laws. Immigration laws are decided by the national government. What you are voting for locally affects things like housing, jobs, community services, and support systems which still matter a lot for immigrants, just in a more indirect way. There has been a noticeable rise in conversations among immigrants in the UK about supporting @TheGreenParty. While everyone has the right to support any party they choose, it’s important to understand how the UK electoral system works before drawing comparisons or expectations. In many ways, some people compare smaller parties like the Greens to parties such as APGA in Nigeria. Both have strong regional or niche support but limited nationwide representation. In systems like Nigeria’s presidential model, smaller parties face significant challenges in winning top offices. Similarly, in the UK, general elections are decided differently. The UK uses a first-past-the-post system, where the party that wins the most constituencies (not the total popular vote) forms the government. There are 650 constituencies, and currently, the Green Party holds only a small number of seats in Parliament, 5 members of parliament with representation concentrated in specific areas. Because of this system, smaller parties often struggle to gain enough seats to form a government, even if their overall vote share increases. Larger parties such as the Labour Party, Conservative Party, and Liberal Democrats tend to dominate parliamentary representation. When it comes to immigration policy, different parties have varying approaches. Some, like the @Conservatives and @reformparty_uk have emphasised stricter controls in recent years, while others have taken different positions depending on public opinion and political context. It’s also worth noting that immigration policy in the UK often reflects broader public sentiment, meaning any government regardless of party may adjust policies over time. As discussions around elections continue, especially with local and general elections approaching, it’s important for voters to stay informed, understand how the system works, and make decisions based on policies, representation, and practical outcomes.