Over the last 20 years, real estate in Nigeria has grown dramatically. Unlike in the past, when the industry was dominated by very old people, youths have caused a disruption in the industry these days. Many new real estate companies led by young CEOs have made headlines with massive projects, thereby solving Nigerians' housing problems.
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TOLUWALOPE KAREEM how he started working as a bricklayer, his entrepreneurship journey and his vision for the real estate industry
What
are your educational qualifications?
I have a National Diploma in Mathematics and Statistics. I also have a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, and a Master’s degree in Project Management. I have also taken online courses in Project Management Science. Having degrees in different fields makes me fulfilled.
What motivated you to start a construction company, considering the intricacies of the real estate business in Nigeria?
I was motivated by the passion I had for it. After my secondary school education, I realised I had a passion for bricklaying and site construction. So, I went to a man who wanted to build a shopping complex at the time and told him I would work on the project and all he had to do was feed me. However, we agreed on a daily pay of N200. We went on to complete the project in five mont