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Nigerian Smart City Coming Soon
If you asked someone in Nigeria if they had a mobile phone about 30 years ago, you most likely would have received a weird look. In 2001 they were finally introduced to mobile phones, and today they carry a 36% smartphone adoption rate. This exact trend is what people...
Supporting Health Workers, COVID-19 Relief Efforts in Lagos
Much like the rest of the world, Nigeria has taken a hit from the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. While the impact of the pandemic has not been quite as severe as some experts feared, the crisis continues to impact healthcare, infrastructure, and the lives of millions.
The Great Wall of Lagos
The Eko Atlantic City project, one of the Chagoury Group’s involvements, seeks to address several issues facing Lagos, Nigeria, including overpopulation and environmental concerns. Among the pressing concerns is that of coastal erosion which has been threatening the shoreline of Victoria Island. Eko Atlantic’s construction known as the Great Wall of Lagos has already proven itself effective in combating erosion caused by the Atlantic Ocean.
The Eko Hotel’s Green Initiative
Though Eko Atlantic is one of the Chagoury Group’s most prominent projects today, other notable initiatives include the Eko Hotel’s shift toward sustainable practices. It is the first hospitality outfit in Nigeria to make such a significant change toward more eco-friendly approaches to business. This shift was made after hotel executives came to an agreement regarding the immediate threats to the local and global environment.
IFC EDGE Certification for Eko Atlantic
Green buildings are becoming more popular around the world due to increasing awareness of the importance of sustainable infrastructure. It is also projected that a focus on green buildings will be immensely profitable, as well, resulting in greater incentive for sustainability.
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