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Lagos: A Tale of Growth, Struggle, and Urban Chaos
Lagos, located on the coast of the Gulf of Guinea, is not only the largest gathering of people on the African continent but also one of the 20 largest cities in the world. This sprawling urban center boasts a population of approximately 21 million people but paradoxically ranks as the second worst city to live in globally, trailing only behind a war-torn capital city. The city's geography and historical evolution reveal the complex circumstances that led to its dramatic growth and the myriad problems it now faces.