In a recent development regarding the stilt slum of Makoko in Nigeria, the Lagos State Assembly has mandated an immediate cessation of demolitions following negotiations with the local communities impacted by these ejections. This decision comes after a period of intense demolition work that has seen hundreds, if not thousands, of residents lose their homes in a series of brutal operations. The government has announced plans for investment aimed at the rehabilitation of this historic neighborhood located along the lagoon. The destruction has been widespread, with reports indicating that at least one-third of Makoko has been demolished, leaving many to live amidst the wreckage of their former homes. Conditions have become dire as displaced residents face the elements, enduring both the scorching sun and heavy rains in makeshift living situations. This situation highlights not only the immediate humanitarian crisis but also raises questions about the long-term plans for these communities within urban development frameworks. Community leaders, such as Roderick Tosin Ayinde who manages a local school, reported that the demolition machines halted just before reaching the school premises, allowing a semblance of continuity for education. However, the community's overall stability remains under threat, prompting widespread concern about the implications of such actions on local governance and participation in urban planning. The urgency to address the housing and infrastructural needs of these communities has become clearer as governmental responses evolve in light of public outcry and community protests against forced evictions.