Authorities in Nigeria have demolished stilt houses in Makoko, triggering a fresh debacle between residents and the Lagos State Government. The government has cited environmental risks and urban renewal plans to justify the action, while the move has reignited debate over displacement, housing rights and redevelopment in the waterfront community.


Nigeria’s Makoko Stilts Debacle as Lagos Cites Environmental Risks, Renewal Plans

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