The management of Afriland Properties Plc has appointed Azubike Emodi as the new managing director/chief executive officer of the company. He succeeds Mrs Uzo Oshogwe, who has led the company as its founding MD/CEO since 2013 and who recently was appointed Chief Executive Officer of Transcorp Hotels Plc. Emodi brings over 20 years of experience spanning financial services, real estate development, and strategic planning.

He has consistently driven organisational growth and delivered transformative results in companies such as the Royal Bank of Canada, VFD Group, VBank, Anchoria Asset Management, and most recently, Herel Global, where he spearheaded high-impact financial and real estate projects.

Emodi is expected to drive the vision of the firm, creating value in its position as one of Nigeria’s largest land banks, and delivering significant residential and commercial real estate projects in its project pipeline.

Speaking on the appointment, the Chairman of the board of Afriland Properties, Mr Emmanuel Nnorom, said: “We are delighted to welcome Azubike Emodi as the new Managing Director/CEO of Afriland Properties Plc. His vast experience, strategic mindset, and exceptional leadership make him the perfect choice to lead the company’s next growth phase. With his expertise, we are confident that Afriland will continue delivering innovative real estate solutions and creating value for stakeholders.

His leadership aligns seamlessly with our core values of Enterprise, Excellence, and Execution.” On his part, Emodi said: “I’m honoured to lead Afriland Properties Plc at such a pivotal time. The company’s strong legacy of innovation and excellence in real estate development is unrivalled and I look forward to working with our talented team to drive sustainable growth, create world-class properties, and enhance stakeholder value.”

With a portfolio exceeding N30 billion, spanning residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments across Nigeria, Afriland is pioneering institutional real estate investment across Africa and remains committed to reshaping the built environment by delivering world-class projects that improve lives, enhance communities, and drive economic growth.

Afriland is currently developing Afriland Estate in Karmo Abuja, a 104-unit residential community, alongside other projects that reflect its commitment to building modern, well-planned communities that uphold the highest quality standards.

The company continues to create long-term value for its shareholders, clients, and partners through innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability.