Sanwo-Olu Emphasises Role Of Developers In Development Of Cities

Lagos State governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has highlighted the important role quality developers play in shaping a city that is not only functional, but aspirational.

The governor stated this at a high profile event that attracted business leaders, investors and public figures, including the chairman of Dangote Group; Aliko Dangote,  chairman of Metis Capital Partners, Hakeem Belo-Osagie,  founder of Stanbic IBTC and ANAP Foundation Atedo Peterside, co-founder of Access Bank and Coronation Group and chairman of the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation, Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, minister of Industry, Trade and Investment; Jumoke Oduwole, minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa,  among other distinguished guests.

Sanwo-Olu who formally welcomed 7-Fifteen Capital, which officially launched its Lagos office over the weekend with a landmark event held in Ikoyi, Lagos, expressed confidence in the company’s commitment to excellence, delivery and thoughtful design.

Sanwo-Olu who delivered the keynote address harped on Lagos’ continued growth and its vast potential as a global real estate destination.

Speaking on the company’s growth and expansion into Lagos,  the chief executive officer and Co-Founder of 7-Fifteen Capital, Tope Adekoya said, ‘’When we founded 7-Fifteen, our goal was simple: to build refined, intentional spaces that people would be proud to call home. In Abuja, that vision grew into developments like Myari Lakeside, The Residence, and The Cove Lakeside, projects defined by craftsmanship and a deep respect for the relationship between architecture and everyday living.

‘’Now, as we enter Lagos, a city driven by energy, ambition, and constant evolution, we do so with the same philosophy and a long-term commitment to contributing meaningful value to its future landscape.’’

The launch ceremony also featured a panel discussion titled From Land to Keys: Fixing the Gaps in Lagos Real Estate Delivery, bringing together industry leaders and practitioners for a conversation on the opportunities and challenges shaping property development in Lagos.

A major highlight of the evening was the formal introduction of the 7-Fifteen Foundation, the company’s social impact arm focused on advancing social welfare and expanding access to opportunity for underserved communities, particularly children and young adults facing barriers to education, employment, training, and basic necessities.

Commenting on the Foundation, Deputy chief executive officer and Co-Founder of 7-Fifteen Capital, Adesuwa Belo-Osagie said, ‘’We are not just building in Lagos. We are building for Lagos. The same care we bring to creating beautiful, lasting homes is the care we want to extend to the communities around them.

‘’Through the Foundation, we are investing in people, especially young people, who deserve greater access to opportunity. Good living is not only about the spaces we occupy, but also about the lives we are able to build within them.’’