Hassan Taiwo, also known as Soweto, is a leader of the recent anti-demolition protest in Lagos who is currently hospitalized due to injuries sustained during the demonstration. He is optimistic about his recovery and is set to begin physiotherapy. The protest, which took place on January 28, 2026, drew significant attention as it highlighted the concerns surrounding demolitions in the Makoko area and other parts of Lagos.

Soweto and another protester, Dele Frank, were arrested during the protest, which occurred outside the Lagos State House of Assembly. They have been charged with multiple offenses including conspiracy, unlawful assembly, and obstruction of traffic following allegations that their activities could lead to a breach of peace. Despite the charges, Soweto's community stands in solidarity with him, calling attention to the government’s handling of demolitions that have forced many residents from their homes.

The court proceedings have resulted in both activists being granted bail, set at N200,000, alongside conditional requirements for sureties. Their next court appearance is scheduled for March 3, 2026. The case underscores broader issues of housing rights and state authority in Nigeria, particularly as it relates to urban policy and community displacement within Lagos.