Summary: The Lagos State Government has issued a stern warning to celebrities and social media influencers to stop patronising agberos. Here’s everything you need to know and why this matters for Lagos streets.
The Lagos State Government has had enough — and this time, they’re coming for your favourite celebrities and social media influencers.
In a bold move that has set tongues wagging across the state, Lagos officials have issued a stern warning to public figures, urging them to stop encouraging the activities of agberos — those notorious street touts who have long been a fixture (and a menace) on Lagos roads and motor parks.
What Exactly Did the Government Say?
The Commissioner delivered a clear and direct message: celebrities, influencers, and members of the general public must stop patronising, celebrating, or amplifying the activities of agberos in any form. Whether it’s through social media skits, shoutouts, financial support, or simply turning a blind eye — Lagos State is not here for it anymore.
Why This Is a Big Deal for Lagos
If you’ve ever tried to navigate Oshodi, Mile 2, or any major motor park in Lagos, you already know the agbero struggle is very real. These street touts — often affiliated with the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) factions — have been known to harass commuters, extort drivers, and generally make life difficult for everyday Lagosians just trying to get from Point A to Point B.
But here’s where it gets interesting — in recent years, some agberos have become unlikely social media sensations. Their raw, unfiltered street energy has attracted the attention of content creators, musicians, and celebrities who either feature them in skits, spray them money at events, or big them up online. While the entertainment value is undeniable, Lagos State is saying enough is enough.
The Celebrity Connection Nobody Wants to Talk About
Let’s be honest — we’ve all seen the videos. A celebrity pulls up in a convoy, agberos swarm around, money flies in the air, and everyone claps. It looks like fun on the gram, but the Lagos State Government argues that this kind of patronage legitimises and encourages a culture of street thuggery that ultimately endangers lives and disrupts the peace.
For influencers who build entire content portfolios around street culture, this warning is a direct shot across the bow.
What This Means for You
Whether you’re a content creator in Surulere, a comedian in Lekki, or just a regular Lagosian who shares these videos for the laughs — the government wants everyone to be more intentional and responsible about the kind of behaviour they amplify online and offline.
The message is simple:
– 🚫 Don’t spray agberos money at events
– 🚫 Don’t feature them in content that glorifies street thuggery
– 🚫 Don’t patronise their illegal activities at motor parks
– ✅ Report harassment to the appropriate authorities
The Bigger Picture
This warning is part of Lagos State’s broader push to clean up the streets, restore order in motor parks, and make the state safer for residents and visitors alike. With the government’s ongoing crackdown on transport sector miscreants, this move signals that no one — not even your favourite celebrity — gets a pass.
Lagos is a city of hustle, creativity, and resilience. But there’s a difference between celebrating street culture and enabling street crime. The government is drawing that line — and they’re asking celebrities and influencers to help them hold it.
What do you think? Is the Lagos State Government right to call out celebrities on this? Drop your thoughts in the comments below.
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