
Makoko Residents Told to Vacate Homes Under High-Tension
The Lagos State Government has issued a stern warning to residents of Makoko to vacate buildings situated directly beneath high-tension power lines, citing extreme risks of electrocution, fire outbreaks, and structural hazards. The Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) identified Makoko as a “high-risk zone” due to the presence of electricity cables running directly over…