 Established in the 19th century, much of Makoko rests in structures constructed on stilts above Lagos Lagoon.Makoko is a neighbouring community to Iwaya on the waterfront and Oko Baba.In July 2012, Lagos State government under the governorship of Babatunde Fashola ordered that the stilts on the Iwaya/Makoko waterfront be demolished and dozens of stilts were demolished within 72 hours of notice to the residents.