Oyerinde further highlighted efforts to certify lifts in government buildings and a 2023 safety summit on sand mining, aimed at curbing environmental harm from dredging.

“Safety isn’t just policy—it’s a culture,” he stated. “Through sustainable practices, we protect both lives and our ecosystem.”

Authorities called on media outlets and citizens to amplify awareness of smoking laws, stressing that compliance is critical as Lagos, Africa’s largest city, grapples with rapid urbanisation and public health demands.