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The governance playbook for a productive Lagos corridor

A field-based look at how local government reforms can unlock private investment across the Yaba axis.

Jul 18, 20257 min read
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Why corridors matter

Economic growth is spatial. When infrastructure, zoning, and services align, investment accelerates.

The Yaba corridor is a case study in how local governance can unlock a national ripple effect.

Local reforms with national impact

Streamline permits, protect public right-of-way, and design transit priorities that serve workers.

The goal is to compress decision time while expanding public participation.

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