Lagos Revision - Urban Issues Flashcards

(48 cards)

1
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What is the population of Lagos, Nigeria?

A

Over 21 million people

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2
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What is the main cause of air pollution in Lagos?

A

Vehicle emissions

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3
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What is the informal economy in Lagos primarily based on?

A

Street trading

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4
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What percentage of the population in Lagos live in informal settlements?

A

Over 60%

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5
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What is the main challenge faced by the government in providing basic services in Lagos?

A

Rapid population growth

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6
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What is the main source of water for many residents in Lagos?

A

Boreholes

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7
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What is the main cause of flooding in Lagos?

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Poor drainage systems

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8
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What is a key issue with waste management in Lagos?

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Lack of proper waste disposal facilities

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9
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What is the main transportation challenge in Lagos?

A

Traffic congestion

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10
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What is the main reason for the high crime rate in Lagos?

A

High levels of poverty

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11
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What is the main focus of urban planning in Lagos?

A

Improving infrastructure

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12
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What is the main economic activity in Lagos?

A

Trade

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13
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What is the main environmental concern in Lagos?

A

Pollution

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14
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What is the main social issue in Lagos?

A

Inequality

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15
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What is the main health challenge in Lagos?

A

Poor sanitation

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16
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What is the main educational challenge in Lagos?

A

Lack of access to quality education

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17
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What is the main reason for the lack of affordable housing in Lagos?

A

Rapid urbanization

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18
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What is the main consequence of rapid urbanization in Lagos?

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Increased pressure on infrastructure

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19
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What is the main reason for the high unemployment rate in Lagos?

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Lack of job opportunities

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20
Q

What is the main challenge faced by the government in addressing urban issues in Lagos?

A

Limited resources

21
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What is the main social consequence of urban issues in Lagos?

A

Social unrest

22
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What is the main impact of urban issues on public health in Lagos?

A

Increased disease prevalence

23
Q

What is the main challenge faced by the government in improving public transportation in Lagos?

A

Lack of funding

24
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What is the main reason for the lack of access to clean water in Lagos?

A

Infrastructure limitations

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What is the main challenge faced by the government in addressing waste management in Lagos?
Lack of recycling facilities
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What is the main consequence of poor waste management in Lagos?
Environmental degradation
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What is the main challenge faced by the government in addressing housing issues in Lagos?
Land scarcity
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What is the main reason for the lack of access to healthcare in Lagos?
Limited healthcare facilities
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What is the main consequence of inadequate healthcare in Lagos?
High disease burden
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What is the main challenge faced by the government in providing education in Lagos?
Overcrowded schools
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What is the main consequence of overcrowded schools in Lagos?
Low quality education
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What is the main reason for the lack of access to electricity in Lagos?
Insufficient power generation
33
What is the main challenge faced by the government in improving electricity access in Lagos?
Power distribution inefficiencies
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What is the main consequence of inadequate electricity access in Lagos?
Limited economic development
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What is the main challenge faced by the government in addressing social inequality in Lagos?
Limited social welfare programs
36
What is the main consequence of social inequality in Lagos?
Social tension
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What is the main challenge faced by the government in reducing crime in Lagos?
Inadequate law enforcement
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What is the main consequence of high crime rates in Lagos?
Decreased investment
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What is the main challenge faced by the government in improving infrastructure in Lagos?
Funding constraints
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What is the main consequence of inadequate infrastructure in Lagos?
Limited economic growth
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What is the main challenge faced by the government in addressing pollution in Lagos?
Lack of environmental regulations
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What is the main consequence of pollution in Lagos?
Health hazards
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What is the main challenge faced by the government in reducing traffic congestion in Lagos?
Poor urban planning
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What is the main consequence of traffic congestion in Lagos?
Economic losses
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What is the main challenge faced by the government in promoting sustainable development in Lagos?
Balancing economic growth and environmental protection
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What is the main consequence of unsustainable development in Lagos?
Resource depletion
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What is the main challenge faced by the government in addressing social unrest in Lagos?
Lack of social cohesion
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What is the main consequence of social unrest in Lagos?
Disruption of daily life