Babatunde Bayo Lawal, Co-Founder & Head of Growth, Dukiya Investments Limited | Nigeria
CORE 100 — Africa’s 100 Most Impactful People in Construction & Real Estate 2026
Babatunde Bayo Lawal is a Nigerian real estate entrepreneur, developer and investment strategist whose journey from property sales to business ownership has contributed to the growth of Dukiya Investments Limited. As Co-Founder and Head of Growth, he has helped establish a property development and construction company focused on residential developments, accessible real estate investment and creating long-term value for property buyers.
In 2021, Lawal co-founded Dukiya Investments alongside Lukman Shobowale, building on his earlier experience at Dradrock Real Estate, where he worked across sales, executive support, strategy and business growth. Under their leadership, Dukiya has expanded its development portfolio across Lagos, Ogun, Oyo and Kwara States, with projects including Oakside in Ibeju-Lekki, The Cabanas in Epe, Rio Residential, Norway District, Golden City and Nairobi Estate in Ibadan. At its fourth anniversary in May 2025, the company reported completing more than 15 real estate projects and serving over 2,000 clients. Beyond property development, Lawal has contributed to human capacity development, mentoring more than 300 young professionals and promoting structured business operations, entrepreneurship and investment education. His work reflects a commitment to connecting property development with professional growth and broader participation in Nigeria's real estate market.
Why CORE 100
Babatunde Bayo Lawal is recognised among Africa’s 100 Most Impactful People in Construction & Real Estate 2026 for his contribution to residential real estate development, property investment, entrepreneurial leadership, business growth and efforts to expand homeownership opportunities and professional development within Nigeria's real estate industry.
IMPACT AREAS: Real Estate Development • Residential Housing • Property Investment • Entrepreneurship • Business Growth • Professional Mentorship
CORE 100 — CLASS OF 2026
Recognising the people building, developing and shaping Africa’s built future.
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CORE 100 — OFFICIAL RECOGNITION INFORMATIONAfrica’s 100 Most Impactful People in Construction & Real Estate 2026 Each CORE 100 honoree will be featured in the December 2026 print edition of RanksCORE Magazine, with an exclusive editorial profile highlighting their professional journey, achievements, industry contributions and impact. Official digital recognition materials, including personalised recognition covers, digital certificates, badges and digital recognition plaques, will be issued to honorees and shared across RanksCORE and Ranks Africa's digital and social media platforms. Honorees may also request an optional physical commemorative plaque, available by arrangement through the RanksCORE team. For exclusive magazine features, recognition enquiries, additional information or physical plaque requests, please contact: info@rankscore.org info@ranksafrica.com RanksCORE | Powered by Ranks Africa |