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Mortgage rate update: where rates are headed this summer

The CBN's June decision and what fixed and variable holders should know.

DDaniel Bello2026-05-025 min read
Mortgage rate update: where rates are headed this summer

After a year of holds, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) appears poised to ease its monetary policy rate at the June meeting. Markets are pricing in further cuts through Q4.

Federal Mortgage Bank fixed rates remain steady around 9.5% on insured mortgages. Commercial bank rates are slowly compressing for the first time in 18 months.

If you're renewing this year, lock in a rate hold from your lender now and revisit your variable-vs-fixed decision closer to closing.

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Contributing editor on housing markets, mortgages, and buyer strategy.

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