Following a confrontation with Lagos State officials, Nollywood actress Sarah Martins was seen sobbing in the street with her hand scorched by hot oil. The image went viral and evoked strong feelings. Her “crime”? Cooking food for the poor.
Social media has exploded with reactions as many Nigerians dragged LAGESC (KAI), accusing them of wickedness.
This appears to be a case between the charitable act of feeding the poor and the government’s responsibility to implement environmental law.
Did Sarah Martins’ Charity Break The Law?
On October 16, 2025, Sarah Martins, the founder of the Golden Heart Foundation, was allegedly assaulted by officers of the Kick Against Indiscipline over flouting environmental regulations by cooking on the roadside of Lekki Phase 1.
This wasn’t Sarah Martins’ first act of charity. She has done similar cooking outreaches before, preparing food on the streets for the poor. However, her latest effort seems to have finally drawn action from the Lagos State Government.
While her charitable action is applaudable, it fell short of the requirements of the
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