Legally Informed Africa

Nigeria’s property market is entering 2025 with a rare combination of strong demographic demand, urbanisation tailwinds, digital reforms that are de-risking title checks, and rising diaspora capital flows. For foreign and diaspora buyers, the question is no longer if you can participate, but how to structure, select, and manage assets for durable returns in USD terms. Why Nigeria—and why now? 1) Deep, resilient demand. Nigeria is Africa’s largest population with a fast-growing urban base. Even through macro volatility, households continue to rent, upsize, and seek proximity to jobs, schools, and transport—especially in Lagos and Abuja. Lagos residential rents rose by 15–20% year-on-year in 2024 , reflecting tight supply in prime and mid-market segments.   2) Diaspora capital is surging. Personal remittances to Nigeria reached $20.93 billion in 2024 , up 8.9% year-on-year, according to the Central Bank of Nigeria—an investable flow that historically finds its way into housing a...

If you’re an entrepreneur in Africa (or looking to break into the continent’s massive market), here’s something you can’t afford to ignore: Nigeria is rapidly becoming the most tax-friendly destination in Africa for startups and SMEs —and it’s not by accident. Thanks to the newly enacted Nigerian Tax Act 2025 , the country is pulling out all the stops to attract entrepreneurs, stimulate innovation, and boost economic growth . The result? Founders are flocking in. Investors are leaning in. And Nigeria is setting a new gold standard for startup tax policies in Africa. Why You Should Be Paying Attention The Nigerian Tax Act 2025 isn’t just another government reform—it’s a founder-first tax revolution. Here's what’s on the table: ✅ 0% corporate tax for startups in their first 3 years ✅ 10% flat tax for SMEs earning under ₦100 million annually ✅ VAT exemptions for key industries: tech, health, agri, education ✅ 5-year tax holidays for impact-driven startups in rural or underdevelop...