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The ongoing demolition of informal settlements in Lagos has led to significant displacement and worsening urban poverty. Authorities are criticized for failing to implement adequate resettlement measures for affected residents.
Industry professionals are scheduled to convene for the 12th Waheed Kadiri Lecture Series, organised by the Nigerian Institute of Town Planners (NITP), Ogun State Chapter. The event will explore how engineering and planning can bolster national security, with a specific focus on "Designing safer Nigeria: Engineering, planning and the fight against insecurity."
Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo emphasizes the need for state-led planning and infrastructure-focused development to promote affordable housing in Nigeria. He addresses these points during the Real Estate Outlook 2026 event in Lagos.
Bukola Adebayo, a Thomson Reuters Foundation correspondent, has highlighted the severe impact of forced demolitions in Lagos State, noting that they lead to family displacement, educational disruption, and underscore a pressing housing shortage. Adebayo advocates for the adoption of global best practices in urban planning and resettlement.
The intended purpose of Abuja as a model of order and inclusion is increasingly at risk due to mismanagement and planning violations. Concerns are rising about the deviation from the original Abuja Master Plan, which was designed to avert chaos similar to what is seen in other cities.
Environmental activist Nnimmo Bassey has condemned recent demolitions in Makoko, calling them a calculated effort to displace the poor and destroy their livelihoods. He emphasizes the need for fair urban planning and proper compensation for impacted residents.
