👋 Happy Sunday, Valued Readers
Today’s wrap up edition brings together the stories that resonated most with readers over the past week, spanning housing, infrastructure, policy, and the wider economic signals shaping Nigeria’s property market.
As this is the last Sunday of the year, we close on a reflective note with a light Sunday insight, stepping back from the headlines to consider how everyday housing decisions around comfort, reliability, and cost are quietly evolving.
Thank you for reading, sharing, and staying with us throughout the year. We hope you enjoy this final Sunday edition as we head into a new one.
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FX MARKET SNAPSHOT TODAY
USD > NGN | 1,460.26 | Up by 0.34% |
GDP > NGN | 1,971.15 | Down by 0.03% |
EUR > NGN | 1,718.75 | Down by 0.03% |
CAD > NGN | 1,067.02 | Down by 0.01% |
🌤️ A Light Sunday Insight
Reliable Utilities Are Becoming a Quiet Deal Breaker
In many Nigerian cities, housing decisions are no longer driven by rent alone. Power supply and water access are quietly moving up the priority list for renters and buyers alike.
Households are paying closer attention to how often they run generators, how predictable water access is, and what it truly costs to live comfortably day to day. A slightly higher rent in a building with steady electricity or borehole access can feel cheaper over time than a lower rent paired with constant fuel costs, repairs, and inconvenience.
This shift is influencing demand in subtle ways. Properties that offer dependable utilities, even without luxury finishes, tend to attract faster interest and longer tenancies. Reliability is starting to matter as much as aesthetics.
Sunday takeaway: In today’s housing market, comfort is increasingly defined by consistency. For many residents, predictable living conditions now outweigh square footage or status.
Quote of the day:
“Do not wait for the perfect moment. Take the moment and make it perfect.”
George Bernard Shaw
HAVE A GREAT DAY 😃
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