As Ibeju-Lekki continues in its rapid rise as Africa’s fastest-growing real estate corridor, concerns are mounting over the increasing activities of land scammers targeting unsuspecting buyers, especially Nigerians in the diaspora returning home for the festive season.
Once a quiet suburb of Lagos, Ibeju-Lekki has transformed into a prime investment destination, driven by major infrastructural projects such as the Dangote Refinery, the Lekki Deep Seaport, and the proposed Lekki International Airport. These multibillion-naira developments have not only boosted commercial interest in the corridor but have also caused a dramatic spike in land value, turning the axis into a hotspot for real estate investors worldwide.
However, this boom has come with its own challenge and investment scammers are everywhere exploiting the Boom
Renowned Nigerian journalist, Gbolahan Adetayo has issued a strong warning to Nigerians abroad who intend to purchase land in Ibeju-Lekki during the upcoming Detty December holiday season. According to him, while genuine investors will return home eager to acquire property, others may fall prey to fraudulent individuals posing as real estate professionals.
“Christmas is almost here and the fact is that many Nigerians will smile to the bank, while others will return online shouting about being scammed after buying land from fake agents,” Adetayo cautioned.
“Shine your eyes. January is usually full of these heartbreaking complaints.”
Several cases of land fraud, illegal sales, and “Omo Onile” harassment have been reported in the media over the years, with victims particularly those abroad, losing millions to bogus companies.
The developer of the Seven Citadels of Joy tags Harmony Garden and Estate Developement is A Safer Option for not only Investors but for all Nigerians in Diaspora looking for Home Ownership Made Easy platform to become home owners at ease.
To help buyers avoid costly mistakes, Adetayo recommends sticking to trusted and verifiable developers. Among those he endorses are the estates owned by Harmony Garden and Estate Development Ltd, led by respected real estate entrepreneur Hon. Dr. Saheed Mosadoluwa a.k.a. Mr. Ibile and that is the man behind the 10,000 homes in 5 years initiative tags Ibile Traditional Mortgage System.
The recommended estates include as stated on the company official website : Home | Harmony Garden - Nigeria’s Most Trusted Real Estate Developer
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that house the seven estates which includes Granville Estate, Lekki Aviation Town, Majestic Bay, The Parliaments, Harmony Casa 2.0, Oju-Alaro GRA, and Harmonyville Estate all on Lekki-Epe Expressway, Ibeju-Lekki.
Harmony Garden is widely recognized for its zero-tolerance policy on corruption, land grabbing, and sharp practices issues that plague many parts of Ibeju-Lekki.
Why Harmony Garden Estates Keep Appreciating:
Beyond integrity, experts attribute the rising value of Harmony Garden estates to strategic land banking within Ibeju-Lekki’s development belt. The company’s estates are strategically positioned around critical infrastructure, such as:
Dangote Refinery, which is already reshaping industrial activity, Lekki Deep Seaport, boosting international trade, Lekki International Airport project, set to increase commercial traffic and residential demand, A rapidly expanding network of roads, industries, and residential hubs.
These factors have made the corridor one of Nigeria’s most lucrative real estate zones, with land prices rising significantly year after year.
Harmony Garden prides itself on transparency, ethical dealings, and long-term value creation. The company has earned national recognition as one of Nigeria’s top-selling real estate firms, focusing on quality, affordability, and accessible housing for all income levels.
“In an industry frequently tainted by fraudulent operators, Harmony Garden stands out for integrity,” Adetayo noted. “This is why I always recommend them for anyone buying property in Ibeju-Lekki.”
As Nigerians in the diaspora prepare to return for the festive holidays, the message is clear: invest wisely, verify every detail, and work only with trusted developers. With Ibeju-Lekki’s transformation accelerating, the stakes and the risks are higher than ever.

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