Dr. Sijibomi Ogundele, Founder & Group Managing Director, Sujimoto Group | Nigeria
CORE 100 — Africa’s 100 Most Impactful People in Construction & Real Estate 2026 Dr. Sijibomi Ogundele has built one of the most recognizable names in Nigeria’s luxury real estate sector through Sujimoto Group, a company associated with ambitious high-end residential developments and a strong emphasis on architecture, design and luxury living.
His development portfolio includes projects such as Giuliano by Sujimoto, Lucrezia by Sujimoto and Leonardo by Sujimoto in Banana Island, Lagos, alongside Queen Amina by Sujimoto in Abuja. Through Sujimoto, Ogundele has consistently pushed an ambitious vision for Nigerian luxury property — combining distinctive architecture, premium amenities, technology and lifestyle-led development. Beyond individual projects, his influence can be seen in the visibility he has brought to Nigeria’s premium property-development sector and in his advocacy for African developers to pursue projects capable of competing at international standards.
Why CORE 100 Dr. Sijibomi Ogundele is recognised among Africa’s 100 Most Impactful People in Construction & Real Estate 2026 for his contribution to luxury real estate development, entrepreneurial leadership, architectural ambition and influence on Nigeria’s evolving premium property market.
IMPACT AREAS: Luxury Real Estate • Development • Entrepreneurship • Innovation • Industry Influence
CORE 100 — CLASS OF 2026 Recognising the people building, developing and shaping Africa’s built future.
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