Residents of Makoko, a densely populated waterfront community beneath the Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos, on Tuesday protested the demolition of their homes, accusing the Lagos State Government of extending the exercise far beyond an agreed powerline setback without notice, compensation or resettlement.
The protesters, under the banner of the Makoko Community Development Association, blocked sections of the waterfront and prevented bulldozers from entering the community.
The demolition began on 23 December 2025 to clear a 30-metre safety setback from a high-tension power line that runs between Makoko, Oko Agbon, Sogunro and the Third Mainland Bridge.
Residents initially cooperated after officials assured them that the clearance would be limited and that affected families would
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