THEME B CASE STUDY MAKOKO

Question 1

Describe the location of Makoko

Answer 1

A floating village located between coast and Third Mainland and Lagos Lagoon

Question 2

Explain the reason for the location of Makoko

Answer 2

historically the building was unsuitable for buildings because of the wet ground. This meant people didn’t need to pay rent. (it is now in demand)

Question 3

Describe the growth of Makoko

Answer 3

population is 10 million

60 percent of the Lagos live in shanty towns

Question 4

Explain the growth of Makoko

Answer 4

There has been a large mechanisation of agriculture and droughts up north pushing people out of the rural areas. They get pulled into the city due to the better job opportunities and booming movie industry (Nollywood)