Sabinus Raises Alarm Over ‘Agbero Pandemic’ in Lagos

Sabinus raises concern over what he calls an “agbero pandemic” in Lagos, criticising the activities of touts in the state

Nigerian skitmaker and content creator Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Ijekwu, popularly known as Sabinus, has raised concern over what he described as an “agbero pandemic” in Lagos after reacting to a video showing touts at Onikan Stadium.

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Sabinus shared the video on social media while expressing his frustration over what he perceived as the increasing visibility of agbero activities in the state.

The comedian said speaking publicly about the issue could expose him to criticism from social media users, suggesting that the subject had become difficult to discuss without attracting backlash.

“If I dey talk about this agbero pandemic for Lagos, una go begin attack person,” Sabinus wrote.

He went on to question the conduct of adults involved in such activities, particularly those with families depending on them.

“Just look at grown men and people’s breadwinners making a mess of themselves,” he added.

Sabinus concluded his reaction by distancing himself from the controversy, saying: “I don wash my hands for this matter.”

The comments have drawn attention to a recurring public conversation in Lagos surrounding the activities of informal transport workers, touts and groups commonly referred to as agberos.

The term is widely used in Lagos to describe touts, particularly those operating around motor parks specific details about the individuals featured in the video or make a detailed proposal on how and transport routes, although the activities and roles of individuals described in this way can vary.

Sabinus did not provide specific details about the individuals featured in the video or make a detailed proposal on how the issue should be addressed.

His intervention nevertheless adds a prominent entertainment figure’s voice to an ongoing skitmaker’s reaction also reflects the wider tension that can arise when public figures comment on sensitive social issues, with public discussion about street-level transport activities and their impact on residents and businesses in Lagos.

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The skitmaker’s reaction also reflects the wider tension that can arise when public figures comment on sensitive social issues, with Sabinus indicating that he expected criticism for drawing attention to the matter.