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Rising tensions in the Middle East are beginning to ripple far beyond the region, with potential consequences for energy markets, inflation, and capital flows across emerging economies like Nigeria.
For a housing sector already grappling with affordability constraints, elevated construction costs, and fragile purchasing power, renewed global volatility could add another layer of strain. Oil price swings, exchange rate pressure, and imported building material costs are not abstract macro variables. They shape rent levels, development timelines, mortgage viability, and ultimately, household stability.
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Middle East Conflict Threatens to Deepen Nigeria’s Housing Crisis
Escalating tensions in the Middle East are expected to compound Nigeria’s housing crisis by driving up construction costs, energy prices and financing expenses, according to industry stakeholders cited by BusinessDay. The external shock threatens to widen the country’s housing deficit and further strain affordability in an already pressured property market.
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$50bn Reserves, 50bps Cut: Why the CBN Is Taking a Cautious Approach
Nigeria’s apex bank reduced its benchmark interest rate by 50 basis points (bps) while external reserves hover around $50 billion, signalling a cautious shift in monetary policy. According to a report by Nairametrics, the decision reflects a deliberate effort to balance inflation control, exchange rate stability and economic growth.
Lower Import Costs Drive $1.28bn Trade Surplus in Latest Trade Data
Nigeria posted a $1.28bn trade surplus following a marked decline in import bills, according to the latest official trade data. The surplus reflects stronger external balances driven by reduced import expenditure and steady export performance, signalling an improvement in the country’s foreign trade position.
The development comes amid ongoing policy adjustments aimed at stabilising the naira, conserving foreign exchange, and rebalancing the economy’s external accounts.
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Cement Major Lafarge Africa Delivers Strong Top-Line Expansion in 2025
Lafarge Africa Plc recorded a 53 per cent increase in revenue to ₦1.1 trillion for the financial year ended 31 December 2025, according to its latest audited results. The performance reflects strong cement demand, improved pricing, and operational efficiency across its Nigerian operations.
Lagos Implements Traffic Diversion for Ikeja’s Ogunnusi Road Reconstruction Starting March 6
The Lagos State Government has unveiled a comprehensive traffic diversion and management plan ahead of the Phase I reconstruction and expansion of Ogunnusi Road in Ikeja Local Government Area, scheduled to commence Friday, March 6, 2026.
The announcement, issued in an official statement by Oluwaseun Osiyemi, Commissioner for Transportation, Lagos State Government, underscores preparatory measures aimed at maintaining traffic flow while enabling extensive structural works on this critical urban corridor.
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