Government Accountability

Mass Evictions in Lagos Reveal Globalist Disregard for Poor Communities and Property Rights

By Economics Desk | February 1, 2026

Lagos’ aggressive mass evictions displace thousands, including families forced into canoes, exposing a pattern of government disregard for property rights that echoes globalist priorities over national sovereignty and individual liberty.

When bulldozers tore through Lagos’ historic Makoko community, uprooting thousands of residents without meaningful notice or compensation, it was more than just a local tragedy—it was another chapter in the global erosion of property rights under the guise of urban development. Victor Ahansu’s family, including his five-month-old twins, now live in a wooden canoe after their stilt house was demolished in January. This heartbreaking scene represents not only the human cost but also exposes the dangerous precedence set when governments prioritize wealthy developers over hardworking citizens. Why Are Families Paying the Price for Megacity Ambitions? Lagos, Nigeria’s largest city and...

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