Makoko Demolition: displaced residents still homeless after relocation

Residents displaced by the demolition in Makoko say they are still struggling to adjust as they attempt to resettle in areas such as Oyingbo and neighbouring communities. Women, pregnant women, men, and children described the difficulty of starting afresh after losing their homes. Related News Provide alternative before demolishing lawmakers' quarters, Ogun speaker tells Abiodun Morning Recap: Viral waste seller gets N8m support, IPOB sit-at-home, Osun LG accounts row, other top stories Family, Lagos ambulance clash over patient’s death They lamented the absence of basic amenities, including electricity, schools, and healthcare facilities. Fishermen also said their livelihoods have been affected, noting that fish yields in their new settlements are far lower than what they previously had in Makoko. They lamented the absence of basic amenities, including electricity, schools, and healthcare facilities. Fishermen also said their livelihoods have been affected, noting that fish yields in their new settlements are far lower than what they previously had in Makoko.