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Market updates, curated industry news, and evergreen guides for buyers, renters, and investors across Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, and beyond.
Featured Articles
Original, Nigeria-focused property guides published once or twice a month. Each piece covers a topic that directly affects buyers, sellers, and investors in the Nigerian market.
After two years of severe currency pressure, the naira has found a more stable trading range in 2026. We examine what relative FX stability means for property prices, mortgage affordability, and whether now is a good entry point for diaspora buyers remitting in dollars.
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Many buyers only discover Lagos State levies and the annual Land Use Charge after they move in. This guide explains what to expect, how 2026 rate revisions compare to prior years, and how to budget for recurring property costs.
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Infrastructure milestones along the Lekki–Epe Expressway continued into 2026 with deep-sea port operations ramping up. We examine which off-plan estates are selling fast, where prices have moved since 2025, and the red flags buyers should watch in current developer pitches.
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Buying property in Nigeria involves more steps than most first-timers expect — from land title verification to government consent. This evergreen guide remains the most important checklist for any buyer navigating the process for the first time.
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Industry News
Summarised market news from trusted Nigerian and international sources. Updated regularly so you stay informed without needing to scan multiple outlets.
The Nigeria Mortgage Refinance Company has reduced its primary mortgage lending rate to 15% following CBN rate cuts, offering the most accessible mortgage pricing for salaried workers in five years. Analysts expect further easing by mid-2026.
Building on its 2025 title-search portal, Lagos State has extended its e-land system to cover stamp duty collection and deed registration, collapsing what was once a six-week bureaucratic process to under 72 hours in most cases.
Maitama, Asokoro, and Wuse 2 rents have climbed a further 25% since Q2 2025, forcing middle-income tenants toward Lugbe, Kuje, and Kubwa. Estate agents report record demand for 2–3 bedroom apartments under ₦3 million annual rent.
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Development confirmed that site preparation has begun for the first tranche of its 100,000-unit affordable housing programme, with construction under way in Lagos, Abuja, Kano, Rivers, Enugu, and Ogun states.
Renewed upstream investment confidence and improved security in Rivers State have pushed GRA Phase 1–3 property values 40% above their 2023 nadir. Diaspora-backed developers are leading a fresh wave of luxury apartment completions in Trans-Amadi.
Tips & Guides
Evergreen how-to content that stays relevant regardless of market conditions. Bookmark the ones most relevant to your current property journey.
Title fraud is one of the biggest risks for property buyers in Nigeria. These steps protect you before you pay a kobo.
Missing a single document can stall a transaction for months. Here is the essential checklist.
Well-presented properties command higher prices and sell faster. Use this checklist before listing.
Mortgages are available in Nigeria but require preparation. This guide explains what lenders look for.
Many tenants do not know their legal protections. These rights exist regardless of what a tenancy agreement says.
Off-plan buying can unlock early-buyer discounts, but it carries real risks. Here is how to evaluate any scheme.
Negotiation is standard practice in Nigerian real estate. These tactics improve your outcome.
Beyond Lekki and Ikoyi, these corridors offer strong yield potential and lower entry prices in 2026.
Avoid common pitfalls when renting. Run through this list before you sign or pay.
Service charges in estates can add ₦500,000–₦3,000,000 per year to your cost. Know what you are paying for.
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