Welcome to Lagos

Season 1 Episode 2: Makoko

Apr 22, 2010 NR 1h 8.5

Lagos's version of Venice is a slum, built on water, called Makoko. This three-part observational series continues to explore one of the most extreme urban environments on the planet, by taking a trip into the lives of those who choose to live and work on the waters of Lagos Lagoon. Chubbey is a fisherman who lives in a house built on stilts. With 18 children and five grandchildren to support, he has become an expert at making money from the most unlikely of places. Whether he is buildin...

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Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 Olusosun Rubbish Dump

1. Olusosun Rubbish Dump

Aired: Apr 15, 2010

Tonight's episode uncovers life in Olusosun rubbish dump. Here, around a thou...

Episode 2 Makoko

2. Makoko

Aired: Apr 22, 2010

Lagos's version of Venice is a slum, built on water, called Makoko. This thre...

Episode 3 Kuramo Beach

3. Kuramo Beach

Aired: Apr 29, 2010

For over six years, Esther has been living with her husband Segun in a house ...


Info about Welcome to Lagos

Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC Two

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres: Documentary