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In Nigeria, building budgets no longer move in straight lines. A project that looked realistic a few months ago can suddenly become harder to price, harder to fund and harder to deliver. As the cost of cement, steel, roofing materials, finishes and site logistics continues to rise, developers, contractors and private clients are being pushed to rethink how projects are planned and executed.

Nigeria’s real estate market is still full of opportunity, but it is no longer a market where broad optimism is enough. In 2026, buyers and investors need to read the landscape more carefully. Demand is still deep, cities are still expanding, and property remains attractive as a long-term asset. But affordability pressure, cost inflation and uneven execution are changing what really works. Official figures show that real estate services grew 3.43% year on year in Q4 2025, while the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development has also highlighted the scale and economic weight of the sector.