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5 Factors Beyond Your Control In Lagos Real Estate BY DENNIS ISONG

” Economic conditions, such as inflation, interest rates, and currency fluctuations, are beyond the control of individual investors but can significantly affect property values.”
Real estate investment is a complex venture that involves both strategic decision-making and an understanding of external factors that can significantly impact returns.
In this article, we will delve into five crucial factors that are likely to affect real estate investments in Lagos, Nigeria, factors that are beyond the control of the investor. Managing these elements is crucial for successful risk management and optimizing investment returns.
- • Infrastructure Developments:
One of the key factors beyond an investor’s control is the infrastructure development in a particular location. Government plans, such as the construction of expressways, roads, drainage systems, railways, or airports, can have a substantial impact on property values.
While positive developments can significantly increase property values, delays or changes in government plans can have negative effects.
Risk Management: Investors should thoroughly research the reputation of developers and assess their track record in delivering promised infrastructure. Diversifying investments across locations with different development plans can also help mitigate risks associated with infrastructure changes.
- ▪︎Economic Conditions and Policies:
Government policies and economic conditions play a crucial role in shaping the real estate landscape. Changes in policies, especially those related to the financial sector or real estate, can impact investments positively or negatively. Economic conditions, such as inflation, interest rates, and currency fluctuations, are beyond the control of individual investors but can significantly affect property values.
Risk Management: Diversifying investments across different states can help spread the risk associated with changes in economic conditions or policies in a particular region. Staying informed about government policies and economic indicators is essential for proactive risk management.
- ◇ Security and Neighborhood Dynamics:
The security of a location and the nature of its neighborhood are vital factors influencing real estate values. Classy neighborhoods often attract high-value investments, but changes in security conditions or neighborhood dynamics can alter the desirability of a location.
Risk Management: Researching the security history of an area and staying updated on any changes is essential. Additionally, investors can diversify their portfolio by investing in emerging locations that show potential for growth and desirability.
- ◇ Climate and Weather Conditions:
Global warming and unpredictable climate patterns can impact real estate investments. Flooding, changing rainfall patterns, and extreme weather events can affect property values. Investors need to be aware of the climate conditions in the areas they are considering for investment.
Risk Management: Investing in locations with good drainage systems and considering diversification across different climate zones in Lagos can help mitigate risks associated with climate and weather conditions.
- ◇ Migration Patterns:
The movement of people into or out of a particular area can significantly affect real estate investments. Increasing population density can drive up demand for both residential and commercial properties. However, excessive migration may result in a loss of serenity and desirability, prompting some investors to exit.
◇ Risk Management: Understanding migration patterns and investing in areas with a balanced mix of population growth and tranquility is essential. Diversifying across different types of locations can also help manage risks associated with migration.
Conclusion:
Real estate investment in Lagos, like any market, comes with its set of unpredictable elements. Investors need to carefully analyze and manage factors beyond their control to ensure the success and resilience of their portfolios. By diversifying investments, staying informed about market dynamics, and adopting proactive risk management strategies, investors can navigate the complexities of the Lagos real estate market with greater confidence.
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C’River’s community revives barter market

Image: Barter trade
Akpabuyo Local Government Area in Cross River State has reopened its centuries-old barter market, a unique trade hub in West Africa, as part of activities marking the council’s 34th anniversary.
The celebration, held at the council headquarters, brought together residents, traditional leaders, and political figures who hailed the return of peace to the area.
They described it as the foundation for Akpabuyo’s renewed economic prospects.
Former Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) Deputy Governorship candidate, Dr. Emana Duke Ambrose-Amawhe, said the reopening of the barter market was a landmark development, crediting Governor Senator Prince Bassey Otu for restoring stability in the community.
Since His Excellency came into power, he put all measures in place to ensure calm and peace.
Today, people can sleep in their houses with their eyes closed, and that is why you see this turnout from far and near,” she said.
Dr. Ambrose-Amawhe highlighted Akpabuyo’s natural maritime position, bordered by rivers, Bakassi, and the Atlantic Ocean.
He emphasised that the government investment in dredging, deep-sea port projects, and marine preservation will reinforce its role in trade and agriculture.
“With the pace of growth, Akpabuyo will contribute even more to the economic advancement of Cross River State and Nigeria. More jobs will mean more stability for our people,” she added.
Council Chairman, Hon. Effiom Bassey Effiong, said hosting the first official anniversary of Akpabuyo’s creation was a privilege, noting that the event was made possible by improved security.
“The place is calm and safe. We have Marine Police, the Navy, the Army, the Airforce, and our local vigilantes. Investors from China and other countries are already showing interest; some have even acquired land to build a university and industries,” he said.
Hon. Effiong also revealed plans to remodel the barter market into a world-class commercial hub to attract more investors and cross-border traders from Cameroon and beyond.
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INTERPOL arrests 1,209 cybercriminals, recovers $97.4m
Nigeria was one of 18 African countries, alongside the United Kingdom, that took part in the operations.

The International Criminal Police Organisation (INTERPOL)’s enforcement agencies across Africa arrested 1,209 major cybercriminals and recovered USD 97.4 million.
INTERPOL Secretary General Valdecy Urquiza, gave the statistics during the 27th INTERPOL African Regional Conference in Cape Town, South Africa.
He explained that the operation, code-named Serengeti 2.0 and coordinated by INTERPOL between June and August 2025, targeted high-impact cybercrimes including ransomware, business email compromise (BEC), and online investment scams. “
The report said that Nigeria was one of 18 African countries, alongside the United Kingdom, that took part in the operation.
The wider African operation dismantled 11,432 malicious infrastructures, ranging from command-and-control servers to fraudulent domains.
In Angola authorities shut down 25 illegal cryptocurrency mining centres operated by 60 Chinese nationals who were unlawfully validating blockchain transactions to generate digital currency.
The crackdown also led to the seizure of 45 unauthorised power stations and mining equipment valued at over USD 37 million.”
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Nigerian Passport Now N100,000, N200,000 from Sept 1
Applicants abroad will continue to pay $150 for a 32-page, five-year passport and $230 for a 64-page, ten-year passport.

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) announced that the fee for a 32-page passport with five-year validity will rise to N100,000, while a 64-page passport with ten-year validity will cost N200,00.
The new rates take effect from September 1, 2025.
NIS, in a a statement posted on its X handle yesterday, by the Service Public Relations Officer, Akinsola Akinlabi, said that the adjustment is aimed at sustaining the quality and integrity of the Nigerian passport while ensuring efficient service delivery
The revised charges apply only to passport applications processed within Nigeria.
Before now, the 32-page Passport with five-year validity cost N50,000 after it was increased from N35,000.
Also, the 64-page passport with a 10-year, was N100,000 after being initially increased from N70, 000.
However, passport application fees for Nigerians in the diaspora remain unchanged.
Applicants abroad will continue to pay $150 for a 32-page, five-year passport and $230 for a 64-page, ten-year passport.
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