Urban case study: Lagos

• What is Lagos known as in Africa?

  The Biggest City in Africa
• Why is Lagos considered a megacity?

  It has a population over 21 million
• Where is Lagos located?

  On the Atlantic western coast of Nigeria
• What is significant about Lagos's port?

  It is one of the biggest in Africa
• What major towns is Lagos connected to by road?

  Other major towns in Nigeria
• What role does Lagos play in trade?

  It is an important centre for trade
• What percentage of Nigeria's industry is located in Lagos?

  80%
• What has happened to the land use in Lagos over time?

  It varies across the city due to development
• Where are the oldest parts of Lagos located?

  On Lagos Island
• What has happened to many old buildings on Lagos Island?

  They have been redeveloped into high-rise blocks
• When did Lagos begin to spread north and east?

  By 1960
• What caused industries to develop in Lagos?

  Proximity to major transport links
• By what year had Lagos merged with surrounding towns?

  By 1990
• Why has Lagos mainly spread north?

  It is hemmed in by the lagoon and rivers
• What type of housing has developed on the outskirts of Lagos?

  Slums
• What are the different areas of Lagos and their functions?

  • CBD Lagos Island: Modern offices and banks
  • Inner city Mushin: High-density, low-quality houses
  • Ikeja: Industrial estate with factories
  • Suburbs Victoria Island: High-class residential and commercial
  • Rural-urban fringe Ojo: Low-density new housing
  • Lekki: New industrial zone and port
• What historical period attracted traders to Lagos?

  During British colonial rule
• What economic development occurred in Lagos after independence?

  Rapid economic development from oil exports
• What led to high rates of natural increase in Lagos?

  High birth rates and lower death rates
• What is the main reason for recent population growth in Lagos?

  Rural-urban migration
• Which countries contribute to migration into Lagos?

  Chad and Niger
• What is the impact of ethnic and religious conflict in Nigeria on Lagos?

  It leads to migration from northern states
• What is the status of birth and death rates in Lagos?

  Birth rates are higher than death rates
• What cultural significance does Lagos have in Nigeria?

  It has a big film industry and music scene
• How many ethnic groups live in Lagos?

  About 250
• What proportion of Lagos's population lives in slums?

  About two-thirds
• Where do the very rich live in Lagos?

  In gated communities like Banana Island
• What types of leisure activities are popular in Lagos?

  Street parties, nightclubbing, and festivals
• What is the consumption trend in Lagos?

  Consumption of resources is rising
• What is the employment situation in Lagos compared to rural Nigeria?

  Better access to employment in Lagos
• How much higher are incomes in Lagos compared to rural areas?

  About 4 times higher
• What types of industries are present in Lagos?

  Banks, manufacturing, and fishing industries
• How many universities are there in Lagos?

  Six universities
• What is the state of housing in Lagos's slums?

  Houses are often flimsy and illegally built
• What is a common issue faced by residents in slums regarding electricity?

  Electricity comes from illegal connections
• What is a major problem in Lagos's slums?

  High levels of crime and gang activity
• What contributes to traffic congestion in Lagos?

  Lack of investment in transport infrastructure
• Why is public transport limited in Lagos?

  There has been little investment in it
• What geographical feature complicates access to the CBD in Lagos?

  It is located on an island
• What is the issue with school availability in Lagos?

  There aren't enough schools for the population