2 dead as gunfight erupts in Makoko

About two persons are feared dead in Makoko community, Lagos Mainland, as a result of a gunfight in the community.

Reports have it that communities in Makoko such as Temidire, Ori Oke, Aiyetoro, was invaded by gunmen suspected to be men of the Nigerian Army few minutes ago.

Unconfirmed sources said two people have been killed in the ensuing gun battle between the residents and the officials suspected to belong to the Nigerian Army. The situation also led to throwing of dangerous weapons by residents of the area, Eyes Of Lagos learnt.

According to a Twitter user, Betty Abah,

: “#Makoko under attack yet AGAIN. Two people confirmed shot dead. Big shame on Lagos State Govt that routinely, powerful individuals swoop down on d urban poor, dispossess of their humble abodes most times in violation of court ruling. I’m sure this happens NOWHERE else on Planet Earth.”
Another user Spice X said; “ALERT: Serious shoot out around Makoko area just before Yaba. Police trying to secure the area & are redirecting drivers from 3rd mainland bridge. Be careful outchea guys.”

#Makoko under attack yet AGAIN. Two people confirmed shot dead. Big shame onLagos State Govt that routinely, pwrful individuals swoop down on d urban poor, dispossess of their humble abodes most times in violation of court ruling. I'm sure ds happens NOWHERE else on Planet Earth

— Betty Abah #JusticeForOchanya (@bettyabah) May 10, 2018

We can't call this a democracy when pwrful pple pocket security forces & at d press of d button, send them as attack dogs on d urban poor, render kids homeless, mostly in violation of court orders.This isnt d colour or character of a mega city.#MakokoUnderAttack#RightToTheCity pic.twitter.com/AG4i6tBzJH

— Betty Abah #JusticeForOchanya (@bettyabah) May 10, 2018