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Lagos Assembly Halts Makoko Demolitions Amid Protests

2/4/2026

Summary

Story summary

The Lagos State House of Assembly ordered a halt to demolitions in Makoko, including Oko-Agbon and Shogunro, after protests and a stakeholders' meeting.
Chairman Noheem Adams of the Lagos State House of Assembly announced all demolition activities must cease until further notice.
The Assembly commits to transparency and community involvement.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu allocated $2 million for redevelopment and compensation; community leaders welcomed the intervention but rejected NGO involvement.

History

Historical Context

Since 1976, urban renewal projects in Lagos, particularly in Makoko, have led to forced evictions, with significant demolitions occurring in 2005 and 2012. Recently, community protests prompted the Lagos State House of Assembly to halt demolitions, while Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu allocated $2 million for compensation, signaling a potential shift towards more community-focused urban planning and engagement.

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Story summary

The Lagos State House of Assembly ordered a halt to demolitions in Makoko, including Oko-Agbon and Shogunro, after protests and a stakeholders' meeting.
Chairman Noheem Adams of the Lagos State House of Assembly announced all demolition activities must cease until further notice.
The Assembly commits to transparency and community involvement.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu allocated $2 million for redevelopment and compensation; community leaders welcomed the intervention but rejected NGO involvement.

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