Popular Nigerian TV host and media personality Frank Edoho has sparked debate after a scathing criticism of the country’s real estate sector.
While featuring as guest on the KK Show podcast, Edoho described the real estate industry in Nigeria as “armed robbery,” highlighting what he sees as exorbitant prices for properties that lack basic infrastructure.
He drew a comparison between international luxury real estate and local options, saying:
“The real estate industry is armed robbery. Leonardo Di Caprio owns an island in America that costs $1.7 million. There’s a house in Osapa, it is $1.5 million; Osapa that has no drainage. It is armed robbery…”
“The real estate industry is armed robbery. Leonardo Di Caprio owns an island in America that costs $1.7 million. There’s a house in Osapa, it is $1.5 million; Osapa that has no drainage. It is armed robbery…”
– Frank Edoho pic.twitter.com/pXqhVL5hZ5
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Edoho’s comments have resonated with many Nigerians who feel priced out of the property market, especially in highbrow areas like Osapa in Lagos, where basic amenities such as drainage are often lacking despite the premium prices.
The outspoken presenter’s remarks have generated mixed reactions online. While some users agreed with his assessment of the sector, others argued that location, demand, and investment potential justify the high costs in certain neighbourhoods.
This latest criticism adds to ongoing conversations about housing affordability, infrastructure development, and the cost of living in major Nigerian cities.
Frank Edoho is known for his blunt and straightforward commentary on social and economic issues affecting Nigerians.
