Protest breaks out in Lagos over Makoko demolition
Residents and community leaders from Makoko and other waterfront areas on Wednesday staged a protest in Lagos over ongoing demolitions and alleged forced evictions. The protesters gathered at the busy Ikeja Under-Bridge, accusing the Lagos State Government of pulling down homes without proper notice, compensation or plans to resettle displaced families. The demonstrators occupied parts […]
I Am Disappointed – Senator Umeh Condemns Lagos Trade Fair Complex Demolition
Senator Victor Umeh has expressed deep disappointment over the ongoing demolition at the Lagos International Trade Fair Complex, describing the action as insensitive and poorly timed. The lawmaker said the demolition exercise has negatively affected many business owners who depend on the complex for their daily income. He called on the government to reconsider its […]