Eko Atlantic

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Eko Atlantic (), officially Nigeria International Commerce city, is a planned city in Lagos State, Nigeria, being constructed on a peninsula as land reclaimed from the Atlantic Ocean. Upon completion, the new peninsula is anticipating at least 250,000 residents and a daily flow of 150,000 commuters. The city adjoins Victoria Island district of Lagos city, abutting the Phase 1 area of Lekki to the north, while the western, eastern, and southern borders are a coastline. On the Lagos Bar Beach, coastal erosion has long been an issue, occurring at a rate of 30 metres (98 ft) per year. The project involves reclaiming 9 square kilometres (3.5 sq mi) of ground in front of Bar Beach. A revetment with a length of around 8.4 kilometres (5.2 mi) surrounds the newly recovered area to reduce erosion. The development is also designed to help in stopping the erosion of Lagos city's coastline. Another goal is to contribute to addressing the city of Lagos's expanding population. With 10 districts spread...

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