A Lagos-based property developer has called for strict compliance with construction standards as Nigeria continues to face a major housing deficit and recurring building collapse incidents.
Messrs Alexander Limited made the call during a tour of its 21-storey residential development in Ikoyi, Lagos, stressing that safety must remain a priority throughout the construction process.
The company said effective monitoring at every stage of construction is essential to ensuring structural stability, protecting residents and preserving the long-term value of properties.
The developer also assured prospective investors that the project was being constructed in line with applicable building regulations and using quality materials.
The 16 Alexander development is being built on a 4,276-square-metre site in Ikoyi and will contain 54 luxury apartments across two wings.
The project includes two-bedroom and three-bedroom apartments as well as duplex units, alongside facilities such as an indoor swimming pool, gym, steam rooms and recreational spaces.
The development will also provide 150 parking spaces, with two dedicated spaces allocated to each apartment.
Construction has reached the 17th floor, with four additional floors remaining before the 21-storey structure is completed.
The project is scheduled for delivery on December 31, 2027, according to the company's marketing and real estate consultant, Dr Meckson Okoro.
Okoro stressed that high-rise construction requires continuous supervision from the foundation stage through completion to protect both investors and members of the public.
He said strict oversight was particularly important in maintaining structural integrity and ensuring that properties retain their long-term investment and rental value.
The project's construction and civil engineering works are being handled by Cappa and D'Alberto Plc, while Baron Architecture is serving as lead architectural consultant.
Trevi Foundations is responsible for piling and deep foundation works, while Lambert Electrics Limited is handling mechanical, electrical and plumbing installations.
The project manager, Prabal Chakrabarti, said the building was designed and executed by qualified professionals and subjected to multiple levels of inspection.
He explained that construction work undergoes internal checks before concrete is cast, followed by inspections from consultants and the client's representatives.
Officials of the Lagos State Building Control Agency also inspect key structural elements before approval is granted for concrete casting.
The project team said the multi-layered inspection system is intended to minimise structural risks and ensure compliance with required safety standards.
The developer's warning comes amid continued concerns over building collapses in different parts of Nigeria, with poor construction practices, weak supervision and non-compliance with regulations frequently cited among the challenges facing the sector.
Beyond the need to increase housing supply, the developer's position highlights the importance of ensuring that new homes are safe, durable and capable of protecting the people who live in them.
For investors, compliance with construction standards can also help protect property value and reduce the risks associated with poorly executed developments.
Nigeria's housing challenge therefore requires more than simply constructing additional buildings, as safety, quality control and regulatory enforcement must remain central to the expansion of the housing sector.