Lagos Flashcards
Where is Lagos located?
In Nigeria, West Africa, on the Atlantic coast.
What is Lagos’s population?
Over 21 million – it’s the largest city in Africa.
What are the two main causes of population growth in Lagos?
Natural increase and rural-to-urban migration.
Why do people migrate to Lagos? (Push factors from rural areas)
Lack of jobs, poor education, farming is hard, conflict in the north.
Why do people migrate to Lagos? (Pull factors to the city)
More jobs, better healthcare, schools, and the hope of a better life.
Name 3 social opportunities in Lagos.
- Better access to healthcare
- More schools and universities
- Electricity access improving
Name 3 economic opportunities in Lagos.
More formal jobs in banks, oil, tech
2. Growing informal sector (e.g. street vending)
3. More construction projects (e.g. Eko Atlantic)
What is a major housing challenge in Lagos?
Many people live in slums, such as Makoko, with poor conditions.
What are problems faced by people living in Makoko?
No clean water, poor sanitation, overcrowding, and dangerous buildings.
What is a challenge with traffic in Lagos?
Heavy congestion causes long delays and air pollution.
How is the government improving access to water and electricity?
Water treatment plants, boreholes, and investment in electricity networks.
What is the Makoko Floating School?
A sustainable school built on water, using solar power, rainwater collection, and recycled materials.
What health risks do slum residents face in Lagos?
Cholera, malaria, and diarrhoea due to poor sanitation and polluted water.
Why is unemployment a challenge in Lagos?
Not enough formal jobs for the growing population, leading to informal and unsafe work.
What environmental issues are caused by urban growth in Lagos?
Air pollution, waste, traffic congestion, and water pollution.
How does rapid urbanisation affect housing in Lagos?
There isn’t enough affordable housing, so many live in slums or informal settlements.
hat is one future challenge for Lagos?
Climate change – rising sea levels threaten low-lying areas and coastal infrastructure.
Why do people migrate from rural areas to Lagos?
Poor farming, lack of healthcare and education, conflict, and the hope of jobs in Lagos.
How does natural increase affect Lagos’s population?
A young population means high birth rates, causing rapid population growth
How has access to education improved in Lagos?
More primary schools, colleges, and universities available compared to rural areas.
