Lagos protesters denounce the destruction of floating Makoko slum

[France 24 - Africa] - 29/01/2026

Nigerian police ‍fired tear gas to disperse residents protesting in Lagos on January 28 over demolition work in ⁠one of Africa's largest floating slums, the Makoko slum, that has displaced thousands of people. Lagos state officials, with the help of armed police and excavators, have been (…)

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