As Nigeria grapples with a growing housing deficit and recurring incidents of building collapse, Lagos-based property developer, Messrs Alexander Limited, has stressed the need for strict adherence to construction standards and specifications in the development of residential properties.
The firm said effective monitoring of every stage of construction was essential to ensuring structural stability, safety and the long-term viability of buildings, adding that adherence to quality standards would ultimately protect the interests of both owner-occupiers and investors.
The company submitted this during a tour of the 21-storey 16 Alexander residential development in Ikoyi, Lagos. Representing the Executive Chairman of the firm, Mr Napoleon Esemudje, a representative of the company assured prospective investors that no expense would be spared in ensuring that the project complied with applicable building regulations and that premium-quality materials were used throughout the development.
Cappa and D’Alberto Plc is handling the main construction and civil engineering works, while Baron Architecture serves as the lead architectural consultant. Trevi Foundations is responsible for specialist piling and deep foundation works, while Lambert Electrics Limited is handling the mechanical, electrical and plumbing installations.
The 21-storey Alexander Tower is being developed on a 4,276.216-square-metre site in Ikoyi, one of Lagos’ prime residential districts. The development comprises 54 luxury apartments, including 26 two-bedroom and 26 three-bedroom units across Wings A and B, as well as a duplex in each wing.
Designed with contemporary architectural features, the development will include an indoor swimming pool with a lounge deck, a fully equipped gym, steam and relaxation rooms, indoor sports facilities, a yoga and meditation area, social relaxation spaces for residents and guests, 24-hour concierge and security services, and panoramic views of the city.
The project will also provide 150 parking spaces, with each apartment allocated two dedicated parking slots in addition to visitor parking. Esemudje pledged that the 54 luxury residential units would be delivered to the highest construction standards.
He described the project as a legacy development that would provide lasting value to property owners.
He said, “Anybody who buys a property here will be proud of this asset not just for themselves, but for generations to come because we are building it to last.”
The project’s Marketing and Real Estate Consultant, Dr Meckson Okoro, also assured subscribers of the development’s structural integrity and potential for long-term investment returns.
According to Okoro, construction had reached the 17th floor, leaving four floors to complete the 21-storey tower, with delivery scheduled for December 31, 2027.
He stressed the importance of maintaining strict oversight as construction progressed, particularly to ensure that the long-term value and rental potential of the apartments were not compromised.
“Anyone purchasing a unit now or in the future should be confident that they have made a sound investment,” he said.
Okoro noted that the development of high-rise buildings should involve more than the interests of the developer, stressing that the safety and interests of the wider public and other stakeholders must be protected from the piling and foundation stages through completion.
He added that construction activities were being closely monitored to ensure structural stability, safety and the long-term viability of the development for both owner-occupiers and investors.
The Project Manager of Cappa and D’Alberto Plc, Mr Prabal Chakrabarti, said the high-rise building had been designed and executed by qualified professionals and subjected to rigorous supervision at every stage.
He disclosed that plans were also underway to appoint a reputable facility management company to oversee the building after completion. Explaining the project’s quality assurance process, Chakrabarti said every stage of construction underwent multiple layers of inspection before concrete was cast.
“Before any casting, we certify the work internally. Our consultants, Baron Architecture and the structural engineering consultants, inspect and certify it. It then goes to the client’s consultants, CDH, who supervise and approve our work,” he said.
He added that officials of the Lagos State Building Control Agency inspected the reinforcement, columns and slabs before approval was given for concrete casting. “Only after receiving approvals from all four levels do we proceed with casting,” Chakrabarti said.
According to him, the company was also committed to strict compliance with safety protocols and international quality standards. “Given recent incidents of building collapses in some areas, we have taken structural safety extremely seriously. Every aspect of this project is being executed in line with global best practices to ensure the highest level of safety and durability,” he said.
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