Nigeria: Real Estate and Construction

Public-Private Partnerships in Nigeria face complex disputes stemming from poor project preparation, political interference, and governance issues. Understanding the root causes and implementing effective multi-tiered dispute resolution mechanisms—from negotiation and mediation to arbitration—is essential for ensuring infrastructure projects deliver results rather than becoming mired in litigation.

Off-plan property acquisitions have surged in Nigeria's real estate market, offering buyers the chance to lock in today's prices for future assets while developers secure construction capital directly from purchasers.

In Lagos today, it is common to see half-finished or finished buildings marked with red paint warnings or clear signs that a project has violated planning or building regulations.

Most families are not unstructured. In fact, they have several thoughtful steps over time. So, I find a business has been built & grows. Properties are acquired and held through different entities.

Disputes are inevitable in every relationship; they may be civil, commercial, or domestic in nature. In Nigeria, where the court system often faces significant delays due to backlogged...

A major issue that usually arises in almost every real estate transaction in Nigeria is the entitlement of estate agents to commission. In many cases, it is difficult to determine what actions usually...

If you're a founder, CEO, or business owner in Nigeria, you've probably seen a lot of tax myths posing as "tax advice" everywhere lately.

Although Nigerian land law is formally unified under the Land Use Act 1978 (LUA), real estate transactions in Lagos State operate in practice under multiple and overlapping title regimes.

Since the discovery of oil in 1956, Nigeria's economic engine has been fuelled by crude exports. However, considering volatile global oil prices and growing climate concerns...

Tenancy takes up a large part of Lagos State. This is because there is a high demand for buildings or apartments for accommodation and commercial purposes.

As Lagos State takes a bold legislative step towards reshaping its housing framework, the introduction of the Tenancy and Recovery of Premises Bill ("TRPB" or the "Bill") 2025 has sparked...

Disputes arising from real estate transactions are quite common in Lagos State, as real estate is regarded as one of the major forms of investment