Lagos Commends Ojaja Mall Developers Over Iconic Infrastructure in Hospitality Sector

Oluchi Chibuzor 

The Lagos State Government has commended developers of Ojaja Mall over the opening and handover ceremony of the 300-shopping complex that houses a 30-room boutique hotel and a cinema hall to boost local economic activity. 

According to the realtors, the building is the first of its kind designed with both functionality and aesthetics bringing a mixture of leisure, entertainment and hospitality.

Speaking at the event, the Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, represented by his Senior Adviser on Housing, Barakat Odunuga-Bakare, said that the project further signifies growth in the gross domestic product (GDP) of the state especially in the hospitality sector.

“This project is an extraordinary project. It’s something that is beyond the standard of what we know in Lagos. There’s a hotel and cinema together, so it’s like a one-stop shop and you don’t really have to go outside for anything.

“And I have been told that they will have a 22-hour power supply, which is extraordinary. So, I would like to say congratulations to the realtors that have put this edifice down and also congratulations to kabiyesi as well too, for putting his brain to work and also bringing this place to life. 

“This shows that the GDP of Lagos State would be affected by this project positively. And also, it shows that they would employ as well too. So, it’s something that the Lagos State Government is proud of and also something that we’re proud to associate ourselves with,” the governor said.

Commending the project, the Ooni of Ife, Adeyeye Eniran Ogunwusi, said the project represents more than commerce.

According to him, “It gives me great pride to see Ojaja Mall completed and fully subscribed. This mall represents more than commerce; it embodies culture, empowerment and progress.

“To all investors and business owners stepping into this space, I bless your endeavours and urge you to carry forward the legacy of royal commerce with pride and responsibility.”

Responding, the Group Managing Director, Digital Space Capital, Dr. Olubukola Abitoye, said completion represents fulfillment of a dream.

“Today we celebrate not just the completion of a structure, but the fulfillment of a dream. Ojaja Mall is now a thriving symbol of commercial excellence.

“I extend my heartfelt gratitude to our subscribers, realtors, and the royal household for believing in this vision. As we hand over keys, we invite you to stay with us for even greater opportunities ahead,” she said.

On his part, the Managing Director, Emison Real Estate, Mr. Gabriel Egwuatu, said with the project they have been able to bridge lifestyle and hospitality to improve return on business to investors.

“And one of the things that stands out, which also makes it special, is the fact that this is the first mall this size with a boutique hotel of over 30 rooms and even apartments. So, we wanted to increase the return on investment for the investors, we added the extension one and extension two to increase the number of shops and then added the hotel.

“There’s no mall in Lagos that has that, aside from the fact that it has the cinema and over 300 shops. The thing that stands out is the fact that we’ve been able to bring so much in one, from leisure to hospitality, to a wonderful shopping experience and entertainment,” he said.