A Nigerian content creator has set social media ablaze after sharing a video of a disappointing apartment in Lagos listed for ₦1.5 million. The video, posted on her TikTok page @that_contentchic, documented her inspection tour with a real estate agent, leaving viewers in disbelief at the condition of the property for such a high price.
Inside The Controversial ₦1.5 Million Apartment
The viral clip takes viewers on a visual journey through the property, starting with an unimpressive pathway leading to the building. The lady filmed the exterior surroundings and the wall sides, setting the tone for what was to come. Her caption expressed sheer frustration with the experience, calling for divine forgiveness for Lagos agents.
She wrote in her post description: "God will forgive Lagos agents sha. Talk about 'no be road you go sleep na, shey when you enter your room na to close window sleep.' Nna ehhh." This sentiment perfectly captured the disappointment many Nigerians feel when encountering overpriced, substandard housing in the commercial capital.
Nigerians React: Social Media Erupts With Comments
The video quickly attracted massive engagement as Nigerians flooded the comment section with reactions ranging from humor to outright anger. One user named Kay commented: "1.5 to walk through the valley of the shadows of death," perfectly summarizing the dangerous-looking pathway shown in the video.
Another commenter, Azigal, shared a similar experience: "The funniest thing be say, if u see anything wrong abt the house, The agent will always have senseless excuses to defend it." Azigal recalled an agent justifying water entering a room by claiming it would help cool the space during heat.
The discussion took an interesting turn when QUEEN OGHOGHO suggested: "Sorry like you make mistakes instead of 1500 you said 1.5m." This comment highlighted the sheer disbelief that such a property could command such a high price tag.
Lagos vs Other Cities: The Great Housing Divide
The conversation evolved into a broader comparison between housing costs in Lagos and other Nigerian cities. User Miss Seham provided a striking contrast: "My 1.5m house, with a large packing space for 2 cars, 3 bedrooms 3 toilets, kitchen and pantry with a very large parlour... This is in very nice area in Kano, Hadejia Road. Why are you guys paying that amount in ghettos?"
This comment sparked further discussions about the premium prices Lagos residents pay for often substandard accommodation compared to what the same amount could secure in other parts of Nigeria. The video has become a symbol of the ongoing housing challenges facing many Nigerians, particularly in urban centers like Lagos where demand often outstrips supply, leading to questionable practices by some real estate agents.
The incident isn't isolated, as the platform had previously reported similar cases of Nigerians sharing their shocking housing experiences in Lagos, including another lady who was shown a room for N4 million. These recurring stories continue to fuel conversations about housing standards, real estate regulations, and the economic pressures facing urban dwellers in Africa's most populous nation.
