The Lagos State House of Assembly has called on leaders of communities impacted by the Makoko demolition and nearby waterfront settlements for a meeting on Tuesday.
A letter dated January 26, 2026, and signed by the Clerk of the House, Olalekan Onafeko, stated that the meeting was in response to a petition from the communities regarding the demolition and eviction of residents.
The letter confirmed receipt of the petition and scheduled a session with the House Committee on Rules and Business for 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 3, at the Chamber’s Conference Room, Assembly Complex, Alausa, Ikeja.
This planned engagement comes amid increasing tensions in Makoko and neighboring settlements, where residents and civil society groups have accused the government of carrying out demolitions without proper notice, compensation, or resettlement, leaving many families displaced.
The House has requested that the Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, direct the Commissioner for Information and Strategy to enhance public awareness and education regarding the ongoing demolition activities in the State.
The Assembly also urged residents to remain calm and act peacefully when voicing their concerns or protesting at the Lagos State House of Assembly, warning against allowing individuals with selfish or ulterior motives to exploit genuine protests and turn them into actions that could disrupt public order.
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