Urban Development, Housing Issues, Economic Trends, Commercialization, Community Concerns, Real Estate, Local Government, Residential vs Commercial, Traffic and Noise, Business Growth

The Nigerian Economist . 07 June 1993 . Pg 36

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The text discusses the trend of landlords in Lagos State converting residential areas into commercial districts due to increasing demand for business spaces and a downturn in the economy. This shift has raised concerns among housing experts about the negative impact on the already strained housing situation. Areas like Surulere, Ikeja, and Victoria Island are particularly affected, with residents voicing their grievances to local lawmakers. Experts attribute this trend to economic challenges prompting individuals to seek business opportunities in residential neighborhoods, which are often strategically located for commercial activities. The situation has led to petitions from residents who feel deprived of their living comfort due to these changes.

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The text discusses the trend of landlords in Lagos State converting residential areas into commercial districts due to increasing demand for business spaces and a downturn in the economy. This shift has raised concerns among housing experts about the negative impact on the already strained housing situation. Areas like Surulere, Ikeja, and Victoria Island are particularly affected, with residents voicing their grievances to local lawmakers. Experts attribute this trend to economic challenges prompting individuals to seek business opportunities in residential neighborhoods, which are often strategically located for commercial activities. The situation has led to petitions from residents who feel deprived of their living comfort due to these changes.