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The 'Japa' Effect: How Nigeria's Migration Wave is Reshaping the Real Estate Market
The "Japa" movement, referring to the wave of emigration among Nigerians, is transforming the country’s real estate market. With more skilled professionals and young adults moving abroad, housing demand is shifting, vacancy rates are rising, and opportunities in the short-term rental and diaspora investment segments are growing. As urban areas face price adjustments and vacancies, developers and landlords are adopting new strategies, like flexible leases and affordable housing, to meet the changing landscape. Discover how Nigeria's migration wave is reshaping property demand, investment trends, and opportunities in the real estate sector.