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Confronting the nation’s housing crisis

Thursday, April 16, 2026

Nigeria’s rapidly expanding cities—including Lagos, Kano, Port Harcourt and Abuja—are facing a severe housing shortage that leaves many residents without affordable homes and fuels the growth of informal settlements. The

Many major cities in Nigeria are today suffocating beneath the weight of their growth. With a population that is swelling every day,  cities like Lagos, Kano, Port Harcourt and Abuja are now confronted by major  housing deficits  — a situation that ought to spur every tier of government into urgent, coordinated action. This is no […] The post Confronting the nation’s housing crisis appeared first on Vanguard News.