Govt Can’t Regulate The Cost of Housing They Didn’t Build - Dangbanamanager

A call for the Lagos State government to address skyrocketing rents sparked varied reactions, including one comment stating, “Government can’t regulate the house they didn’t build; I’m sorry it won’t happen.”

This perspective overlooks the government’s role in creating policies that ensure affordability and fairness in housing markets. Rent control and tenant protection laws are common tools used worldwide to address such issues. While governments may not build all houses, they can regulate rental practices to prevent exploitation and make living conditions more equitable for residents.