The Silent Crisis: Why Are Nigerian Rents Skyrocketing, and Why Aren't We Talking About It Enough?
It's no secret: house rents across Nigeria, especially in bustling cities like Lagos and Abuja, have reached outrageous, unjustifiable highs. Yet, despite the widespread impact, it feels like many Nigerians have simply… adjusted. We've normalized the unbearable, and that's a dangerous path.
A few days ago, when I dared to speak on this issue, I was met with tribalistic rants. It's frustrating how quickly some resort to divisive rhetoric, completely missing the point. This isn't about tribe; it's about a fundamental economic injustice affecting us all. There is absolutely no logical reason or justification for the exorbitant rent prices we're currently facing.
Kudos to @scott_iguma, one of the few voices consistently speaking out against this madness daily. Their relentless advocacy stands in stark contrast to the deafening silence from many others, while the suffering of ordinary Nigerians quietly continues.
We cannot afford to stay quiet. This isn't just an inconvenience; it's a crisis demanding our attention. We need to hold landlords, real estate agents, and the government accountable. This situation is far from normal, and it's time we stopped pretending it is.
What do you think is the biggest barrier to addressing the outrageous rent crisis in Nigeria? Let's keep this conversation going.
