February 3, 2026
Lagos Govt Demolishes Over 3,000 Makoko Homes, Displaces 10,000 Amid Safety Concerns
Lagos state bulldozed and burnt over 3,000 homes in Makoko lagoon, displacing 10,000 people. The government cites safety hazards under high voltage lines. Residents call it a 'land grab'. Protests met with tear gas; schools and clinics also lost.