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Activist Adetoun apologized to a woman she reprimanded for involving her 11-year-old daughter in early morning sweeping in Ikoyi. After backlash, Adetoun expressed regret, understanding the sweeper's need to support her family with a low-paying job. The incident sparked debate over child labor laws and worker rights.

Activist Adetoun recently apologized to a woman she had earlier reprimanded for allowing her 11-year-old daughter to join her in sweeping at 4:30 AM in Ikoyi. Adetoun had publicly criticized the woman, accusing her of violating child labor laws by involving her daughter in work at such an early hour.

After facing backlash for the video, Adetoun visited the woman and expressed her apologies, acknowledging that her actions might have humiliated the sweeper. During their conversation, the woman explained that she earned N19,500 monthly for her job and had to travel from Oworo to Ikoyi to fulfill her duties. She also revealed that her husband was unemployed, and she had to work to support her family.

The incident sparked a debate about child labor laws and the challenges faced by low-income workers, with many questioning the disparity between wages and the cost of living in Nigeria. The video has prompted discussions on social media about the need for better treatment of workers and the social issues surrounding child labor.

Despite the apology, the situation highlights the difficult choices that some parents must make to support their families and the need for a deeper understanding of the complexities of poverty.