Affordable housing shortage stalls youth homeownership dreams, when growth outpaces design
Homeownership is slipping out of reach for many young Nigerians as property prices in major cities continue to rise far faster than incomes.
In Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt, entry-level homes now cost fa
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kenneth Athekame
Athekame Kenneth is a politics, economy, and finance reporter whose work is anchored in sharp investigative storytelling. He brings analytical depth to every piece, drawing on a strong academic foundation that includes a degree in Economics, an MBA in International Trade, and a minor in Petroleum Economics from Lagos State University, Ojo. His reporting blends rigorous research with a keen eye for hidden truths, delivering stories that illuminate power, policy, and the forces shaping everyday lives.
