In 2015, Mr. Abdul, a young civil servant in Lagos, bought a plot in Ibeju-Lekki for ₦750,000, an area many people once called bush.
Today, that same land is worth over ₦15 million. His car, which he almost spent the money on, is long gone.

Across Ogun State, Mowe, Ibafo, Arepo, Sagamu, Agbara the story is the same. Plots bought between 2014-2017 have doubled or tripled in value.

This is the quiet power of land banking: an investment where time increases your wealth.

Why Land Never Depreciates

Land doesn’t fade, spoil, or go out of fashion. It appreciates because it is limited especially in fast-growing regions like Lagos and Ogun, where population and business expansion increase demand daily.

As Lagos overflows, Ogun State absorbs the growth. Areas like Ayetoro, Magboro, Mowe, Ibafo, Sagamu, and Ijagun are transforming rapidly.
Land doesn’t stay cheap forever.

Real estate cannot be lost or stolen, nor can it be carried away. Purchased with common sense, paid for in full, and managed with reasonable care, it is about the safest investment in the world.

Location Still Wins

The Lagos-Ogun corridor is one of Nigeria’s hottest investment zones, driven by:

• The Dangote Refinery and the booming Lekki-Epe axis
• Lekki Deep Seaport
• The new International Airport in Epe
• Upgrades on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway
• Industrial expansion around Sagamu Interchange

Quiet towns like Ketu-Epe, Mojoda, Shimawa, Mowe, and Agbara are now rising corridors of opportunity. Smart investors buy before development arrives, not after.

How To Start Land Banking In 2026

You don’t need millions. You need the right information and a good plan.

1. Target high-growth areas
Epe, Ketu-Epe, Ibeju-Lekki (Lagos)
Mowe, Ibafo, Sagamu, Agbara, Ijebu corridor, Kobape (Ogun)

2. Work with trusted real estate companies
Ensure verified titles and transparent documentation.

3. Start small if needed
Flexible plans from ₦100k-₦200k monthly can get you started.

4. Think long-term
Buy now, let development meet your land, and watch your investment grow.