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Welcome to today’s edition, where we unpack the latest developments reshaping Nigeria’s real estate landscape. Despite persistent economic headwinds, the sector continues to demonstrate resilience and strategic growth, strengthening its contribution to the nation’s GDP. In this issue, we explore the factors driving urban demand, investor confidence, and the role of infrastructure in sustaining market momentum. Stay with us as we break down the trends, insights, and expert perspectives shaping the future of property investment across Nigeria.
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Nigeria’s Real Estate Sector Strengthens GDP Contribution Despite Economic Headwinds
Nigeria’s real estate sector has demonstrated notable resilience over the past five years, strengthening its ranking and economic contribution amid persistent inflation, currency volatility, and the lingering effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, according to recent industry and statistical reports. The sector’s expanding footprint reflects demographic pressures, urbanisation trends, and methodological changes in national accounting.
3 Tricks Billionaires Use to Help Protect Wealth Through Shaky Markets
“If I hear bad news about the stock market one more time, I’m gonna be sick.”
We get it. Investors are rattled, costs keep rising, and the world keeps getting weirder.
So, who’s better at handling their money than the uber-rich?
Have 3 long-term investing tips UBS (Swiss bank) shared for shaky times:
Hold extra cash for expenses and buying cheap if markets fall.
Diversify outside stocks (Gold, real estate, etc.).
Hold a slice of wealth in alternatives that tend not to move with equities.
The catch? Most alternatives aren’t open to everyday investors
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Ekiti State Establishes Tribunal to Curb Arbitrary House Rent Increases
The Government of Ekiti State has moved to address escalating housing costs by establishing a specialised tribunal to regulate house rents and protect tenants from arbitrary rent hikes and excessive agency charges, authorities confirmed on February 23, 2026. The initiative reflects rising concerns over housing affordability as demand for accommodation outpaces supply in key urban centres.
FG Moves to Secure $5.7 Billion in China Investments to Boost Power, Mining and Manufacturing
The Federal Government of Nigeria has initiated efforts to secure up to $5.7 billion in prospective Chinese investments aimed at strengthening key economic sectors, including power generation, mining, and industrial manufacturing, the Federal Ministry of Finance announced following a meeting with representatives of the GCL Group in Abuja. The engagement underscores Nigeria’s strategic push to attract foreign capital to support domestic production and job creation.
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IXPN Deploys Critical Internet Infrastructure to Accelerate Web Access in Nigeria
The Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria (IXPN) has deployed new critical internet infrastructure designed to enhance web access speeds and strengthen digital resilience in Nigeria, the organisation announced at its 2026 Annual Members Engagement Forum in Lagos. The initiative centres on local internet traffic handling and Domain Name System (DNS) upgrades that will reduce latency and reliance on overseas servers.
USD > NGN | 1,333.19 | Down by 0.19% |
GDP > NGN | 1,797.65 | Down by 0.12% |
EUR > NGN | 1,569.75 | Down by 0.12% |
CAD > NGN | 972.76 | Down by 0.06% |
Nigeria Suffers up to ₦5 Trillion in Post-Harvest Losses in 2025 – OTACCWA
Nigeria incurred economic losses estimated between ₦3.5 trillion and ₦5 trillion in post-harvest losses across key agricultural value chains in 2025, the Organisation for Technology Advancement of Cold Chain in West Africa (OTACCWA) has disclosed. This substantial loss, attributed primarily to weak cold chain infrastructure and logistics inefficiencies, highlights systemic challenges in the nation’s agricultural value chain.
Quote of the day:
“Strong markets are not built in easy seasons. They are built by those who understand the signals when conditions are uncertain.”
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