Nigeria’s Housing Shortage May Hit 28 Million, Expert Warns

Leadership | 01-06-2026 05:38pm |

The Lagos State Government has expressed serious concerns regarding Nigeria's escalating housing crisis, indicating that the nation's housing deficit could soar to approximately 28 million units in the near future without sustained and urgent interventions. Moruf Akinderu-Fatai, the State Commissioner for Housing, highlighted these alarming projections based on findings from the National Housing Data Technical Committee, which was recently established to address the issue. The commissioner emphasized the critical need for immediate action to mitigate the impending housing shortage and its potential impact on the population.

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