The 30% building tax that’s driving up the cost of housing in Lagos

NAIRAMETRICS | 06-09-2026 11:56am |

A 30% building tax is significantly increasing the cost of housing in Lagos, according to a report. The tax, which is applied to building approvals, adds to the financial burden on developers, who already face numerous challenges in increasing housing supply. This development is expected to further strain the real estate market in Nigeria's commercial capital.

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