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 Affordable Housing for Every Nigerian 

Nigeria faces a 28 million housing deficit, with millions struggling to find decent, affordable homes. 

At Real Estate News, we provide the latest updates, expert insights, and government initiatives to help Nigerians access low-cost housing and smart investment opportunities. 

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• Government Housing Schemes

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• Market Trends & Financing Tips

Latest News in Affordable Housing

Federal Government Plans 20,000 Affordable Homes 

The FG has launched an ambitious plan to deliver 20,000 affordable housing units nationwide under the Renewed Hope Agenda. Urban renewal and slum upgrading projects are also underway in 26 locations to improve living conditions . 

BUA & Dangote Freeze Cement Prices for Federal Housing

Nigeria’s top cement producers have agreed to fix cement prices for federal housing projects, reducing construction costs and boosting affordable housing development. 

Cooperatives: A New Path to Homeownership 

Stakeholders are pushing cooperative housing societies as a viable solution for Nigerians to pool resources and secure affordable homes. Digital platforms are being developed to streamline cooperative financing . 

Lagos & Abuja: Rising Demand, Rising Prices

• Lagos rents continue to surge due to high demand and limited supply, especially in Lekki, Ikoyi, and Victoria Island . 

• Abuja’s prices stabilize as new housing projects like Renewed Hope City (1,000 units) increase supply . 

Diaspora Affordable Housing Programme. 

The NCDF Group is building Fatherland Estates—fully integrated communities with 3–5-bedroom homes, schools, medical centers, and more—tailored for Nigerians abroad seeking affordable housing back home.

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 Why Affordable Housing Matters

• Government Initiatives: FG, state, and private sector collaborations are expanding access. 

• Cooperative Models: Group savings and financing make homeownership achievable. 

• Tech & Transparency: Blockchain land registries in Lagos reduce fraud . 

• Sustainable Materials: Eco-friendly, cost-efficient building methods lower expenses. 

 Market Trends & Investment Opportunities

Lagos: Hotspot for Foreign Investors

• FDI hits $3.4 billion in 2024, boosting real estate. 

• Eko Atlantic’s growth drives up prices in Ikoyi, Lekki, and Victoria Island . 

Stricter Building Regulations Raise Costs

New codes increase construction expenses, pushing property prices up by 40-50% in some cases . 

Shared Apartments & Smaller Units Gain Popularity

Developers now offer 1–2-bedroom flats (₦50-100M) to cater to the middle class.

 How to Access Affordable Housing

Government Schemes 

• Renewed Hope Cities (Nationwide) 

• National Housing Fund (NHF) – Low-interest mortgages 

Cooperative Housing

Join a housing cooperative to save collectively and buy land/homes at lower rates . 

Private Developers 

Look for site-and-service schemes in emerging areas like Abijo, Ibeju-Lekki, and Epe.

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