If you’ve been paying attention to global trends, you already know that the cost of living in the West is going up while stability is going down.
Rent prices are through the roof, jobs are uncertain, and the dream of homeownership keeps getting harder. More Nigerians abroad are beginning to ask the big question, is it time to invest back home?
If that thought has crossed your mind, you’re on the right track. Real estate in Nigeria is one of the smartest investments you can make, but only if you do it the right way. Buying property is not like ordering from Jumia and hoping it arrives. You need a strategy.
Let’s break it down.
Start with a Clear Goal
Are you buying for yourself, looking to rent it out, or planning to hold the land until the value skyrockets? Lagos, for example, never stops growing. Places like Lekki and Ajah were once bush, but today a single plot can buy you a house in some parts of the US. Imagine if you had bought land there ten years ago.
Pick the Right Location
Not all properties are worth your money. Some areas promise rapid growth, while others stay the same for decades. Lagos, Abuja, and even Benin City have hotspots where land value doubles every few years.
If you’ve been watching the Lekki-Epe corridor, you already know what’s happening. The Lekki Free Trade Zone, Dangote Refinery, and the proposed airport are turning this region into Nigeria’s real estate jackpot. Smart investors are already securing plots before the prices explode.
Verify the Paperwork
Nothing stings more than sending millions home, only to find out the land you paid for belongs to three different people. Before buying, always check for a C of O, Governor’s Consent, or a proper Deed of Assignment. If the documentation isn’t clear, walk away.
Start Small and Grow
If you’re not ready for a big investment, start with a plot, develop it gradually, and scale up.
Land doesn’t depreciate.
Whether you’re abroad or right here in Nigeria, one thing is clear—owning property is always a smart move. If the uncertainty overseas has you thinking about securing something back home, now is the time to act.
Call Aceroyal Estate Homes today and let’s get you started.
