Urban Development

I would like to appreciate your media house support for real estate practices in Nigeria and the continent at large. Indeed, economic and political instability, as well as civil unrest have affected several sectors in Africa, including the real estate industry. 

Edo State government has reassured residents of its continued support to create a safe, resilient and sustainable environment.

Professional builders have urged stakeholders to implement and enforce the Lagos State Physical Development Planning Law, as a measure to curb recurring building collapses across the state.

The Rivers State government has said efforts are ongoing towards actualising the Greater Port-Harcourt City Development Authority (GPHCDA) blueprint by creating new towns and attracting more investors to the state.

To boost competence of budding engineers, Lagos-based firm, MOMAS Electricity Meters Manufacturing Company Limited (MEMMCOL) said it will collaborate with the Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria (APWEN) Lagos Chapter, towards training of the young female engineers.

Faced with a changing practice, the Nigerian Institute of Architects (NIA) has charged prospective architects to reposition themselves for the industry by learning new skills and embracing technology.

Lafarge Africa Plc, has restated commitment to the promotion of environmentally sustainable operations across its operations.

The Minister for Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa, has revealed plans to unveil a strategic housing and urban development blueprint, containing details of priorities, initiatives, reforms, and plans.

With economic crisis worsening the brain drain syndrome, the engineering practice seems to be the worst hit, as many of the tech experts are leaving the country in droves to fulfill occupational and professional aspirations.

The Rivers State Government has been urged to rescind its decision on the construction of a 50.15-kilometers ring road project, describing it as a timed bomb waiting to explode.

Engineers are seeking special funding for construction companies to enable them to build capacity of their workers on new technology in the industry. The Managing Director, Dromo International Company Limited, David Omoya, who made the call at the 2023 distinguished engineer ...

Nigeria has emerged second in planned new city developments across Africa, according to a new report by Estate Intel. The report revealed that the country accounts for 17.9 per cent of private developers, while governments of the continent are backing over two billion square metres....