urban development

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike's inspection of Central Business District upgrades marks a deliberate effort to position Abuja as a competitive investment destination, as Nigeria's capital city pursues infrastructure modernization amid economic headwinds.

From Lagos's violent evictions to Abia's airport land conflicts and nationwide infrastructure neglect, Nigeria confronts intersecting crises that reveal systemic governance weaknesses in managing urban expansion and public assets.

As Nigeria grapples with one of Africa's most severe housing crises, private sector innovators are stepping forward with solutions that challenge the traditional reliance on government intervention, signalling a fundamental shift in how the continent's most populous nation approaches shelter.