Ziba Unveils Development in Lagos, Introduces Loft-style Overwater Stays

Sunday Ehigiator

Ziba, Nigeria’s first over-water resort, has unveiled Phase 3 of its development in Lagos, introducing larger Grand Overwater Rooms, loft-style overwater accommodation and a dedicated wellness centre.

The latest expansion, unveiled over the weekend, is aimed at further positioning the resort as a destination for luxury tourism and wellness while showcasing locally developed hospitality experiences.

Speaking at the unveiling, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Ziba, Tricia Olufemi, said the expansion marked a significant milestone for the resort and Nigeria’s hospitality industry.

He said, “Nigeria’s first over-water resort just got bigger. Today is a milestone. We’re taking the over-water experience we pioneered to a whole new level with larger Grand Overwater Rooms, the first-ever loft-style overwater stays in Nigeria, and a dedicated wellness centre. This is about proving that world-class luxury escapes don’t have to mean leaving Nigeria.

“When we started Ziba, people asked if an over-water resort could work in Lagos. We believed it could. Lagos deserves destinations that match its energy and ambition. We’re not importing a concept. We’re building a Nigerian luxury story.”

According to the resort, the new Grand Overwater Rooms provide larger spaces and expansive views, targeting couples, families and guests seeking accommodation directly over the water. 

The loft-style accommodation features double-height ceilings and represents what Ziba described as the first of its kind among overwater stays in Nigeria. The expansion also includes a dedicated wellness centre offering spa, recovery and relaxation facilities.

Olufemi said the development demonstrated the potential of Nigerian creativity and hospitality to compete internationally.