Buying or renting
Buying property or land is restricted for foreign nationals; get advice from a lawyer.
Verified factVerified on 10/2/26High confidenceLiving in Nigeria
Home security
Armed groups also attack homes for money, valuables or vehicles: stay somewhere well secured and follow your host's or employer's guidance.
Verified factVerified on 10/2/26High confidenceFrance Diplomatie, Travel advice: Nigeria, safetyGovernment of Canada, Travel advice: NigeriaGOV.UK (FCDO), Nigeria travel advice: safety and security
Sources for this guide
- Living in Nigeria · Source updated: December 11, 2025 · Checked on October 2, 2026
- France Diplomatie, Travel advice: Nigeria, safety · Source updated: September 15, 2026 · Checked on October 2, 2026
- Government of Canada, Travel advice: Nigeria · Source updated: September 21, 2026 · Checked on October 2, 2026
- GOV.UK (FCDO), Nigeria travel advice: safety and security · Source updated: September 28, 2026 · Checked on October 2, 2026
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