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The consequences of rapid urbanization have been dire. The lack of planning resulted in inadequate public services and rampant slum development. The state struggled to manage basic utilities; for instance, only one-third of the city's populace has access to clean water, with pollution permeating the Lagos Lagoon, one of the city's water sources. The toxic contamination bears direct ties to neglectful industrial practices and a government that failed to enforce regulations.
Moreover, the city's waste management system is overwhelmed. With over 15,000 metric tons of waste generated daily, it remains largely uncollected. The visible consequences of this neglect are evident as waste piles up in public spaces, further degrading urban environments.