Adron Homes and Properties has announced the official launch of its Lemon Friday Plus Promo 2025, an exciting opportunity for Nigerians to own land at discounted rates while enjoying mouth-watering rewards this festive season.

This year’s edition allows customers to begin their homeownership journey with an initial deposit as low as ₦50,000 and spread payments over multiple instalments. Subscribers also enjoy a 30% discount on land purchases with the option to clear the balance conveniently over 24 months.

Adron Homes’ estates are carefully designed to provide residents with the best of modern living, featuring adequate power supply, good road networks, functional drainage systems, CCTV, 24-hour security, recreational centers, shopping malls, and green spaces that promote healthier lifestyles.

The promo covers estates across Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Ekiti, Abuja (FCT), Nasarawa, Plateau, Osun, and Niger States, giving prospective homeowners multiple location options in rapidly developing communities.

Promo Rewards by Category:

• BRONZE (₦300,000 deposit): 25kg bag of Rice + 2 Chickens + Vegetable Oil OR Home Theatre.
• SILVER (₦500,000 deposit): A Goat OR 50kg Bag of Rice + 3 Chickens + Vegetable Oil OR Rechargeable Fan.
• GOLD (₦1,000,000 deposit): A Goat + 50kg Bag of Rice + Palm Oil + Garri Ijebu OR 2 Bags of 50kg Rice + 4 Chickens + Palm Oil + Garri OR Washing Machine.
• DIAMOND (₦3.5M deposit on estates above ₦20M before discount): A Cow OR Double-Door Fridge.

Adron Homes has consistently bridged the home ownership gap in Nigeria by introducing flexible and convenient payment plans that allow more families to become homeowners. With initiatives like Lemon Friday Plus, the company is breaking down financial barriers and creating sustainable pathways for Nigerians to secure their future through real estate.

Promo Duration

• Instalment payments for initial deposits run from 7th July to 31st November 2025.
• The promo officially ends 6th January 2026.

“The Lemon Friday Plus Promo is our way of making December unforgettable for our customers,” said Adron Homes’ management. “We are not only offering affordable land ownership, but also giving families gifts that make the festive season brighter.”

Adron Homes invites all aspiring homeowners, investors, and families to take advantage of this limited-time opportunity to own property with flexible payment plans and rewarding bonuses.

Aliko Dangote, president of Dangote Group, has dismissed claims that the Dangote Petroleum Refinery is displacing workers, insisting instead that the company is creating thousands of new jobs.

Speaking at a press briefing on Monday, the billionaire said the deployment of 4,000 compressed natural gas (CNG) trucks would generate at least 24,000 direct and indirect jobs nationwide.

“We are not taking jobs away; we are creating more opportunities. The CNG trucks will not be operated by robots,” Dangote said.

He explained that the refinery’s drivers are paid salaries three times higher than the national minimum wage. In addition, employees receive life insurance, health insurance that covers their spouses and up to four children, and a guaranteed lifelong pension.

According to him, the recruitment drive extends beyond drivers to include mechanics, fleet managers, and other technical professionals who will support the new fleet.

The refinery had announced the acquisition of the 4,000 CNG trucks on June 15, saying the move would strengthen its nationwide fuel distribution. By June 29, the company projected that the distribution scheme could save Nigeria over ₦1.7 trillion annually.

However, three months later, the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) threatened a nationwide strike, accusing Dangote Refinery of anti-union practices. Though the union suspended a two-day strike on September 9, it warned of possible further action.

‘Refinery not opposed to unions’

Sayyu Dantata, founder of MRS Oil Nigeria Plc, stressed that Dangote Refinery was open to working with NUPENG and other labour organisations.

“We are not against unions. We want to live and work alongside them. There’s no problem with that,” he said.

He noted that the refinery only became aware of the union’s grievances through media reports, despite his longstanding ties with industry unions.

“By law, unions are expected to give notice and a grace period before action. Even so, we went into dialogue. Unionism is not by force. People have the right to decide whether or not to belong,” Dantata said.

He added that the refinery welcomes all business partners without discrimination, whether they are union members or not.

“Our focus is the common man. Most of our drivers prefer independence because we ensure they earn a decent wage,” he said.

According to him, the new working conditions have elevated the social status of truck drivers in Nigeria. “For the first time, a driver can proudly tell his children that he is a truck driver and still provide them with food, shelter, and education,” Dantata said.

The Nigerian naira on Monday gained ground against the United States dollar, breaking below the ₦1,500/$ barrier for the first time in over six months. Figures from the Central Bank of Nigeria showed the currency closed at ₦1,497.46/$, an improvement on the previous rate of ₦1,501.49/$, representing a 0.27 per cent appreciation.

The last time the naira traded under ₦1,500/$ at the official market was between February 24 and March 4, 2025. The recent rebound follows a week where the local currency hovered around that mark, with intra-day trades mostly above ₦1,500/$.

The positive movement was also seen in the parallel market, where the naira rose by 0.33 per cent to close at ₦1,535/$, according to data from CardinalStone Research.

Market trackers noted that the naira advanced by 0.98 per cent week-on-week to end at ₦1,501.50/$ at the official window, while the parallel market posted a 0.33 per cent gain at ₦1,535/$.

A report by Coronation Weekly Update highlighted that the official exchange rate closed the week at a ₦35.50 or 2.23 per cent premium compared to the parallel market rate, showing the gap between both markets has continued to narrow.

The report also indicated that total foreign exchange inflows into Nigeria reached $550.90 million last week, slightly lower than the $567.20 million recorded in the preceding week.

Foreign portfolio investors accounted for the bulk of the inflows with $303.8 million, or 55.15 per cent. Exporters contributed 17.61 per cent, non-bank corporates 17.57 per cent, other corporates 4.32 per cent, foreign direct investments 3.39 per cent, the CBN 2.36 per cent, and individuals 0.60 per cent.

Analysts attributed the naira’s appreciation to strong foreign portfolio inflows, robust external reserves, and sustained interventions from the central bank.

AIICO Capital observed that abundant dollar liquidity from portfolio investors, oil exporters, and offshore flows created a stable market tone throughout the week.

“The FX market is expected to retain its stability, buoyed by CBN policy measures and government fiscal actions to maintain sufficient liquidity,” analysts at the firm stated.

Cowry Asset Management also noted that the naira’s rebound was driven by steady inflows, CBN interventions, and growing reserves, but cautioned that speculative activities could still spark volatility.

“We expect the naira to maintain its upward trend in the near term, anchored on dollar inflows, central bank interventions, and stronger reserves. Nonetheless, speculative trades may reintroduce pressure,” the company said.

Experts forecast that the naira is likely to trade within a narrow range in the short term. Coronation analysts suggested that stability could persist if inflows remain steady and reserves stay healthy but warned that pressure may return should portfolio inflows slow or FX demand rise ahead of the festive season.

Meanwhile, Nigeria’s gross external reserves climbed to $41.69 billion as of Friday, reflecting consistent daily accretions. Analysts believe this trend will enhance investor confidence and reinforce the central bank’s stabilisation efforts.

Despite recent gains, experts cautioned that the naira’s resilience depends on deeper structural reforms, diversified foreign exchange sources, and policies aimed at attracting long-term direct investment rather than relying heavily on portfolio flows.

For now, the naira’s recovery below ₦1,500/$ signals renewed market confidence, though its durability will be tested in the coming weeks against external shocks and speculative pressure.