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Left behind: How Lagos demolition pushed Makoko’s children out of classrooms

Following the demolition exercises carried out in parts of Makoko between late 2025 and early 2026, many children have been forced out of classrooms and left struggling to continue their education as families battle displacement, uncertainty, and survival.

Sade Ogunleye
BySADE OGUNLEYE-senior correspondent
Last Updated: 2026-05-26T21:12:56.718000
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Left behind: How Lagos demolition pushed Makoko’s children out of classrooms
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