The Lagos State government, in collaboration with the International Real Estate Federation (FIABCI), will host the 75th World Real Estate Congress in June. This is according to a statement by the organisers, who noted that the event is slated for June 10 to 11, 2025.
The high-profile event, themed “Global Real Estate Renaissance,” is expected to draw participants from over 70 countries across Africa and beyond. It will bring together a wide array of stakeholders in the real estate industry, including investors, developers, policymakers, and thought leaders.
The statement stated that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will serve as the grand host of the event, which is the first time to be hosted in Nigeria.
Among the keynote speakers at the two-day congress are former Vice President of Nigeria, Yemi Osinbajo, and. Kevin Brown, President-elect of the National Association of Realtors.
Also expected to speak is Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, Minister of Housing and Urban Development.
The statement further stated that the congress aims to foster meaningful dialogue and strategic partnerships around the concept of a “Global Estate Renaissance,” addressing innovation, sustainability, housing finance, and urban development across continents.
Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, Governor of Lagos State, is the Chief Host of the event. Supporting him are Moruf Akinderu Fatai, Commissioner for Housing, serving as Co-Host, and Barakat Bakare Odunuga, Special Adviser to the Governor on Housing, as the Hostess.
Adding cultural prestige to the occasion, His Imperial Majesty, the Ooni of Ife, Arole Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, will attend as the royal guest of honour.
The statement stated that the event is a landmark initiative aimed at driving innovation, collaboration, and sustainable development in the global real estate sector.
