•Makoko demolition The Lagos State Assembly has met with residents of the Makoko community affected by the recent demolitions and is asking the concerned ministries to stop the exercise in the area. The meeting, led by the Majority Leader of the House, Noheem Adams, was to help address issues from the Makoko and Oworonshoki demolition [&hellip...
•Femi Falana, SAN Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Mr. Femi Falana, has raised concerns over the alleged use of expired teargas canisters by Police operatives during last week’s protest against illegal demolitions and forced evictions in the Makoko waterfront area of Lagos. He described the police action as unconstitutional, dangerous and a violati...
•Demolition of Makoko The Lagos State House of Assembly has invited leaders of communities affected by the demolition in Makoko and adjoining waterfront settlements to a meeting tomorrow. Our correspondent learnt this yesterday from a letter dated January 26, 2026, and signed by the Clerk of the House, Olalekan Onafeko, reports The PUNCH. The ...
•Governor Sanwo-Olu and demolition of Makoko Seasoned psychiatrists have warned that the ongoing demolition of homes in Makoko could trigger severe emotional distress, mental disorders, and suicidal thoughts among displaced residents. They explained that sudden displacement may expose vulnerable individuals to depression and other mental healt...
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