ARISE Africa Summit Spotlights Innovation, Investment In Real Estate

The inaugural Africa Real Estate Innovation Summit of Excellence (ARISE Africa) 2026 took place in Lagos, Nigeria, marking the 10th anniversary of Nigeria’s Billionaires Realtors Group (BRG) Network. The summit brought together stakeholders to discuss innovation, investment, and partnerships for Africa’s growing property market.

Speaking at the event, BRG President Dr. Emmanuel Abikoye emphasized the importance of multi-sectoral collaboration in Africa’s development, stating that the organization's primary achievement is the transformation of lives. Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN) President Oba Akintoye Adeoye highlighted institutional strength as crucial for sustainable housing growth, asserting that the future of African real estate will be determined by the institutions that turn buildings into productive, inclusive, investable, and enduring cities.

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, represented by the Commissioner for Housing, noted the administration's efforts in delivering 10,000 new homes through direct government investment and public-private partnerships, as well as strengthening data-driven planning and partnerships with professional bodies and academia.

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