Makoko

The King's Necklace

Once upon a time, there was a queen who decided to return a sacred necklace that belonged to one of her ancestors. This necklace, she believes, will bring balance and prosperity to her people. Once upon a time, there was

Makoko Sawmill

Curious blue sticks probe Makoko Sawmill.

I Am Going to the Beach

Two brothers hope to find the sea creature who killed their mother.

Makoko: Futures Afloat

In Makoko, a neglected fishing community in Lagos, Nigeria built on stilts, community members struggle to get children access to education.

King of Boys (Abattoir of Makoko)

This observational film, marked by subtle shifts in color, shows ever-present children watching on as standard food preparation activities and the not-so-organized production of meat products are carried out in the villa

Welcome To Lagos Episode 2 - Makoko

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 t