The Federal Government has taken a bold step to tackle housing estate fraud in Nigeria, launching a digital portal designed to help citizens report fraudulent developers, agents, and estate managers. The initiative, overseen by the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development (FMHUD), allows Nigerians to file complaints, submit supporting evidence, and track the resolution of their cases online.
According to a statement released by the Ministry, the platform — accessible at reports.fmhud.gov.ng — is part of efforts to promote transparency in Nigeria’s property sector. The portal was created in response to the growing number of scams involving fake developers and illegal land sales, which have left many families stranded or financially ruined.
Housing fraud has long been a significant obstacle in Nigeria’s real estate industry. With the new portal, the government is not only empowering citizens but also strengthening regulatory oversight. By reporting fraudulent practices, Nigerians can now directly contribute to cleaning up the sector and holding perpetrators accountable.
At Property Media Week (PMW), we regularly caution buyers to verify all documents before investing in property. This tool provides an extra layer of security, complementing the due diligence steps we’ve outlined in our Smart Property Buying Guide and Real Estate News.
Experts believe that if properly implemented, the platform could significantly reduce the prevalence of housing estate fraud in Nigeria and improve investor confidence. This aligns with the government’s vision of building a transparent, trustworthy, and investor-friendly property market that supports economic growth.
With housing estate fraud in Nigeria affecting thousands of citizens yearly, this initiative represents a turning point in safeguarding homebuyers and tenants while promoting accountability in the real estate sector.
