👋 Happy Sunday NHM readers
Hope you’re getting some rest today. For this edition, we’re keeping things simple. Think of it as your “Stories You May Have Missed” roundup, plus a quick lens on what to watch as the new week begins.
These are the headlines everyone in real estate and policy circles was talking about, or should have been.
Federal Budget Signals Big Shifts for Infrastructure and Housing in 2026
Debate is intensifying around Nigeria’s proposed 2026 national budget, with analysts questioning how debt service and the widening deficit could impact housing delivery and construction financing. This will shape developer sentiment heading into Q1.
New Crackdown on Unapproved Estates in Lagos
The one-week final notice from the Lagos State Government has stirred tension in the development community. The compliance push could affect sales, project timelines, and buyer confidence across fringe locations like Ibeju-Lekki, Epe, and parts of Eti-Osa.
Land-Charge Enforcement Intensifies in Abuja
FCTA’s new list of land-charge defaulters, which includes major corporates, banks, and government agencies, signals a stricter revenue drive that may reshape land administration across the capital. Over 1,000 property titles across high value districts are now under enforcement review.
FX MARKET SNAPSHOT TODAY
USD > NGN | 1,470.26 | Up by 0.51% |
GDP > NGN | 1,960.15 | Down by 0.01% |
EUR > NGN | 1,711.75 | Down by 0.02% |
CAD > NGN | 1,064.02 | Up by 0.07% |
🌤️ A Light Sunday Insight: Why Weekends Matter in Real Estate
Weekends consistently see higher user activity on listing platforms, especially for rental searches. The Lagos and Abuja markets have recorded some of their strongest inquiry spikes on Sundays. For landlords and agents, this is the best day to update listings, tweak pricing, or push new promotions.
Quote of the day:
“Success is the sum of small efforts repeated day in and day out.” Robert Collier
🔄 What to Watch in the Week Ahead
CBN guidance on liquidity and what it could mean for mortgage and construction financing Read more
Lagos and Ogun development enforcement updates after recent crackdowns
Possible new directives from state planning authorities as compliance campaigns ramp up
Short-let market demand as holiday travel and Detty December traffic pick up in Lagos and Abuja
HAVE A GREAT DAY 😃
Produced by: Amarachi Okeke
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