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By Chukwuma Umeorah
Afriland Properties Plc (Afriland) has announced the appointment of Azubike Emodi as its new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Uzo Oshogwe, who has led the company since its inception in 2013 and was recently named CEO of Transcorp Hotels Plc.
Emodi, a professional with over 20 years of experience across financial services, real estate development, and strategic planning, is expected to drive Afriland’s vision and leverage its extensive land bank to execute major residential and commercial projects. His career includes leadership roles at the Royal Bank of Canada, VFD Group, Anchoria Asset Management, and most recently, Herel Global, where he spearheaded high-impact financial and real estate initiatives.
Commenting on the appointment, the Chairman of Afriland Properties, Emmanuel Nnorom, stated: “Emodi’s vast experience, strategic mindset, and leadership make him the perfect choice to lead the company’s next growth phase. With his expertise, we are confident that Afriland will continue delivering innovative real estate solutions and creating value for stakeholders. His leadership aligns seamlessly with our core values of enterprise, excellence, and execution.”
Expressing his enthusiasm, Emodi said: “I am honored to lead Afriland Properties Plc at such a pivotal time. The company’s strong legacy of innovation and excellence in real estate development is unrivaled, and I look forward to working with our talented team to drive sustainable growth, create world-class properties, and enhance stakeholder value.”
Afriland, one of Nigeria’s leading real estate investment and development firms, has built a reputation for delivering high-value real estate solutions. The company has developed landmark projects such as Afriland Towers in Marina, Lagos, and Heirs Towers in Victoria Island.
Currently, the company is advancing the development of a 104-unit residential community in Abuja. With a portfolio exceeding N30 billion in residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments, Afriland remains committed to reshaping Nigeria’s built environment through innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability.
