Drive through parts of Lagos and Abuja today and you’ll see something striking — luxury high-rises everywhere.
Glass balconies. Rooftop pools. Smart-home features. Dollar-denominated rent.
But here’s the quiet question: who is actually renting them?
Real estate developers insist demand is strong. But vacancy conversations circulate privately. Some units remain empty for months. Others are leased short-term.
Are these apartments built for residents — or investors?
Nigeria’s property sector is evolving into a status symbol economy. Owning premium real estate signals wealth positioning. Even if occupancy fluctuates.
Meanwhile, middle-class families struggle to find affordable housing options.
Is the market overshooting toward luxury while neglecting practicality?
Developers argue that construction costs justify pricing. Imported materials. Currency volatility. Energy expenses.
Yet the mismatch between average income and rental pricing grows wider.
Could Nigeria be building for a global elite while ignoring local earning realities?
If the luxury bubble expands too aggressively without balanced demand, correction may follow.
Housing markets don’t operate on hype forever.
The bigger concern? Urban planning priorities.
Are cities focusing more on skyline aesthetics than inclusive development?
The cranes are active. The buildings are rising.
But is the demand sustainable?
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