Planes, trains and automobiles: the travails of travel
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Hawkers and Hustlers: Surviving Lagos Traffic
This chapter explores the bustling street market culture on Victoria Island in Lagos, where street vendors thrive amidst severe traffic congestion. It highlights the entrepreneurial spirit of hawkers who sell diverse goods in standstill traffic, transforming delays into opportunities. Comparisons with other cities underline unique coping mechanisms and the necessity for adaptive strategies in urban mobility.
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