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Lagos State officials reaffirm their stance on demolitions in Makoko, emphasizing that the safety of residents is paramount. They urge individuals not to prioritize livelihood over life as the government addresses concerns over unsafe structures.
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has instructed the demolition of an illegally erected fence in Guzape, Abuja. The site, originally designated for park purposes, was wrongfully converted for residential use without official sanction.
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has mandated the arrest of a developer and the demolition of unauthorized constructions on land designated for embassies in Abuja's Katampe Extension. This land was originally allocated for diplomatic purposes in 2008.
Residents of Okun Igando in Lagos State are expressing concerns about a proposed 150-meter setback along the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, fearing it could lead to the demolition of ancestral homes and longstanding settlements. Community leaders are urging the government to halt such actions and ensure existing properties are granted waivers.
The Lagos State Government has launched plans to invest approximately $10 million into revitalizing the Makoko community. This comes as residents voice their concerns over recent demolitions that have left many homeless and sparked protests.
Residents of Makoko, a Lagos slum, express their anguish after recent demolitions have left them homeless. Many have resorted to living in boats while enduring the harsh elements and seeking shelter from the rain.
The Lagos State Police Command has announced its intention to charge the leaders of a recent protest, despite accounts indicating the event was largely peaceful. Observers claimed police forces initiated violence against both protesters and journalists.
Israel has started the demolition of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) headquarters in East Jerusalem after enacting laws that prohibit the agency's operations. The UN agency condemned this action as a serious violation of international law.
Recent demolition efforts in Makoko, known as Africa’s largest floating slum, have resulted in the displacement of thousands of residents, raising serious concerns about safety and urban development in Lagos.
Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has ordered the demolition of a notorious building known as Sambel Joint in Idoji, Okene, after receiving intelligence linking it to criminal activities. This action follows the government's move to invalidate illegally obtained properties across the state.
