Tag: Makoko
Makoko and the politics of displacement in Lagos
Makoko itself had become the immediate flashpoint, suffering yet another cycle of destruction
Residents of demolished Makoko, others to be resettled at Epe
Adams said the relocation was necessary because the demolition had resulted in the displacement of numerous residents, including the elderly,…
Sanwo-Olu, Makoko and the Test of Leadership
Throughout history, many world leaders have taken difficult, often deeply unpopular decisions to prioritise the long-term well-being of the masses…
Lagos Assembly demands halt to Makoko demolitions, pledges compensation
Some community leaders said they no longer want NGOs to represent them and are ready to negotiate directly with the…
Makoko Crisis: Lagos announces $2m Redevelopment plan after Demolition backlash
According to him, the $2 million earmarked for Makoko forms part of Lagos State’s commitment to improving living conditions, sanitation,…
Makoko evictions against the Law, Supreme Court Has Ruled – Falana
Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, has said that demolishing homes or forcing people to leave waterfront communities like Makoko is…
We have no regret over Makoko Demolition – Sanwo-Olu
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has defended his administration’s recent demolition activities in parts of Makoko, insisting that the action was taken…
Makoko: Princess Oyefusi urges Sanwo-Olu to house displaced vulnerable families
The demolition has left thousands of vulnerable families, including women, children, and the elderly, without adequate resettlement.
Lagos govt urges Makoko residents to vacate buildings
"Oworonshoki is not the only community affected. Makoko has become a high-risk zone because of the presence of electricity cables…
COWLSO delivers Free Healthcare to Makoko residents, targets gaps in Medical Access
According to Sanwo-Olu, the theme reflects the urgent need to close healthcare gaps and promote preventive care.
Environmental health crisis in Nigerian slums: Lessons from Makoko, Lagos
Across Nigeria’s rapidly growing cities, informal settlements, home to millions face an unrelenting environmental health crisis.
Makoko ignites a Clean Energy Revolution as Lagos launches 8 Million Cookstove rollout
Oshodi noted that the project had been in development since late 2024, involving consultations, stakeholder engagement, and public sensitisation.
Cholera prevention: Women Engineers, WaterAid partner to clean Makoko waterways, environment
According to him, these individuals would be empowered by WaterAid, through the Yaba Local Council Development Area to enforce proper…
Forgotten Lagosians: Agony of residents of Nigeria’s commercial capital (1)
Truly, some of the claimed achievements of the Lagos State Government are verifiable. But there are Lagosians who say they…
Subsidy removal: FG distributes solar to Lagos communities
“What is clear even in the immediate aftermath is that using a de-centralized approach towards electrification of communities such as…