The dawn of Lagos' economic reformation came quietly, without the loud proclamations or banners of revolution. It was the quiet hum of markets reopening, the steady rhythm of artisans weaving their futures into fabric, and the collective sigh of relief from those who had long been oppressed by a system designed to keep them at the bottom. In the rebel council’s chambers, Ada Sobowale stood before a gathering of leaders, community members, and business owners. Her voice, though calm, carried the weight of a city’s future.
"Lagos has survived revolution," she began, her eyes sweeping the room. "We’ve reclaimed our culture and embraced technology. But now, we have to address the foundation upon which lives are built: the economy."