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Folkland Property Development Company is making significant stride in “making homeownership a Reality”
In the complex landscape of Nigerian property development, where unauthorised constructions and government demolitions are distressingly common, Folkland Property Development Company, PDC, a construction arm of PWAN Group, stands out as a beacon of hope.
The company’s unique selling proposition lies in its commitment to helping aspiring homeowners make informed decisions about property acquisition and development, reducing the risk of government-sanctioned demolitions.
Folkland PDC’s comprehensive services extend to being a construction arm of PWAN real estate company, one of Nigeria’s top real estate companies.
Zion Residence, Orchid Rd, Eleganza bus stop Ajah, Lagos… Owned by PWAN Pro 4 bedroom Semi detached building, Zion Residence, Orchid Rd, Eleganza bus stop Ajah, Lagos
Folkland PDC is involved in construction operations, property valuation, procurement of construction materials, architecture, urban planning, and many other tasks for the PWAN real estate company.
This array of operations ensures a smooth operation and running system for its parent company and fosters an excellent relationship between the company and its clients.
Folkland PDC’s approach to responsible estate development is rooted in meticulous planning and compliance with regulatory standards.
Gate house of Diamond 2 at Oribanwa, Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos…. Owned by PWAN Homes
From 2014 to date, the company has prepared residential estate development plans for over 100 estates and completed several building construction projects across various states in Nigeria.
This level of comprehensive property development projects and planning indicates Folkland PDC’s commitment to creating well-structured, legally compliant residential areas while distinguishing itself by being ranked among the top 10 property development companies in Nigeria.
5 bedroom fully detached building, Royal Haven at Monastery Rd, Owned by PWAN Haven
Bagging the 2021 AFRICAN BRANDS award for Business Creativity, Innovations, and Quality Service Delivery shows Folkland PDC’s commitment to compliance and technology is unwavering, the company’s use of advanced construction initiatives, millennium-age equipment for site operations, and standardised site operations mechanisms that embrace geospatial technologies, such as ArcGIS products, satellite imagery, and drones, demonstrates its dedication to accuracy and precision in surveying and pre-operational planning.
Cedarwood Luxury at Ajayi Apata, Sangotedo/Abijo, Ibeju Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria, one of the estates developed by Folkland PDC in 2022
By leveraging these tools, Folkland PDC ensures that its developments align with existing urban structures and zoning regulations, thereby minimising the risk of running in violation of government regulations.
The company is structured on a departmental basis, ranging from administrative to engineering and construction, procurement and quantity surveying, operation and budget, and planning and design.
A team of professionals from these departments executes the overall operation of the company. Folkland PDC’s compressive operations and services extend beyond building construction.
The company offers a broad range of technical and professional services, including architectural, urban planning, land surveying, quantity surveying, and engineering.
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Folkland PDC’s efforts are particularly significant in the context of Nigeria’s urban development challenges.
Rapid urbanisation, coupled with a lack of adequate urban planning in many areas, has led to the proliferation of informal settlements and unauthorised constructions.
Government demolition efforts to reclaim land or enforce zoning laws often target these developments.
By providing a structured and legally compliant pathway to homeownership, Folkland PDC is protecting individual investments and contributing to more sustainable urban growth in Nigeria.
The company’s approach aligns with broader efforts to formalise land ownership and improve urban planning nationwide.
Moreover, the experts at Folkland PDC underscore the company’s commitment to quality and innovation in property development.
The integration of advanced technologies and modern approaches to estate development represents a significant step forward in Nigeria’s real estate sector, setting a new standard for responsible development.
The impact of Folkland PDC’s work extends beyond individual homeowners; also, by creating well-planned, legally compliant residential estates, the company contributes to the overall improvement of Nigeria’s construction sector.
However, it’s important to note that while companies like Folkland PDC are making significant strides in promoting sustainable property development, challenges remain in Nigeria’s real estate sector.
Addressing issues such as land speculation, inadequate infrastructure, and bureaucratic hurdles in obtaining necessary permits continue to pose challenges for both developers and homebuyers.
Nevertheless, the approach taken by Folkland PDC represents a positive trend in Nigeria’s construction and property development.
By prioritising compliance, leveraging technology, and adopting comprehensive planning methodologies, the company is helping to create a more secure and sustainable path to homeownership for many Nigerians.
As Nigeria continues to grapple with the challenges of rapid urbanisation, companies like Folkland PDC play a vital role in bridging the gap between individual aspirations for homeownership and the government’s need for orderly urban development.
Their efforts protect individual investments and contribute to the broader goal of creating livable, sustainable cities across Nigeria
Embattled Nigerian pastor and founder of SPAC Nation, Tobi Adegboyega, has defended his opulent lifestyle, claiming it serves to inspire young people rather than flaunt wealth.
This statement comes amid a UK Immigration Upper Tribunal ruling ordering his deportation over visa violations.
Adegboyega, 44, faced accusations of overstaying his visitor visa, which expired after he arrived in the UK in 2005.
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He had applied to remain in the country on human rights grounds. The tribunal, however, ruled against him, citing his failure to regularize his status.
The pastor’s luxurious lifestyle, including designer clothing and expensive cars, was a focal point of the case.
Addressing the tribunal, Adegboyega stated that his lifestyle is fully funded by his wife, Mary Olubukola Alade, who earns £100,000 annually at AON.
He said, “I live with my partner, Mary Olubukola Alade, who earns £100,000 per year working for AON. I spend my time working for the church, for which I am unpaid. I am entirely supported by Mary. I have a first-class law degree from Nigeria, but I have ‘sacrificed’ my legal career to help those who cannot help themselves.”
Defending his appearance, Adegboyega emphasized the importance of projecting success to his young congregation.
The court noted, “For instance, people have pointed to the fact that he wears designer clothing and drives expensive cars. He was adamant that all of his personal possessions had been paid for by Mary.
“He believes it is important for him to dress the way that he does because he needs to inspire these young people – they need to understand that there are legitimate ways of making money, for instance through entrepreneurship.”
Despite the ruling, Adegboyega dismissed the deportation concerns as insignificant.
“I’m right here at home, no cause for alarm. Naturally, I will dismiss things that have to do with retrogression; every Nigerian should be proud of me. Living in the UK, a city that is well known for pulling people down, I have survived all sorts, so the matter that they are propagating is the smallest matter,” he said.
He further expressed confidence in his resilience. “No panic, I love London city, it is my city, and nobody can do anything. Of all the people of colour you know here – pastors and leaders – I have survived everything. I’m here, I am at home, nobody should panic for me.
“I succeeded well in this country despite all challenges, and I’m in the league of people you look up to. I have survived that well; nothing has changed, nothing will change,” he added.
Amid the growing controversy surrounding the detention of human rights lawyer Dele Farotimi, renowned Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) Aare Afe Babalola has publicly addressed the defamation allegations leveled against Farotimi.
The legal action stems from claims made in Farotimi’s book, Nigeria and Its Criminal Justice System, which Babalola asserts contains false and defamatory statements about him and his law firm, Afe Babalola & Co.
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In a petition dated November 19 and submitted to the Ekiti State Commissioner of Police, Adeniran Akinwale, Babalola accused Farotimi of making “criminally defamatory” statements about him, his law firm, and two senior lawyers at his firm, Olu Daramola SAN and Ola Faro.
The defamatory remarks are tied to the Supreme Court case Major Muritala Gbadamosi Eletu & Ors v. H.R.H. Oba Tijani Akinloye & Ors.
Babalola revealed that the allegations came to light when one of his lawyers purchased Farotimi’s book while traveling through Murtala Muhammed Airport.
After reading the book, the lawyer immediately brought its contents to Babalola’s attention.
Other members of his firm reportedly did the same, prompting the senior lawyer to take legal action.
In his petition, Babalola pointed to specific passages in Farotimi’s book that accused him of corruption and unethical conduct. The petition reads:
“I write to report the criminal defamation of myself, my law firm Afe Babalola & Co., and my lawyers, Olu Daramola SAN and Ola Faro, by one Dele Farotimi in his book titled ‘Nigeria and Its Criminal Justice System’, published by Dele Farotimi Publishers, in respect of Suit No. SC/146/2005: Major Muritala Gbadamosi Eletu & Ors v. H.R.H. Oba Tijani Akinloye & Ors.
“Sometime on 2/11/2024, one of our lawyers, while traveling through Murtala Muhammed Airport, bought a book by Dele Farotimi titled ‘Nigeria and Its Criminal Justice System’. He read the book and immediately brought it to my attention. Many of my lawyers also bought the book and read it.”
“The defamatory statements are as follows:
- That Aare Afe Babalola corrupted the Supreme Court to procure a fraudulent judgment in the service of his client.
- That Aare Afe Babalola, Olu Daramola, Olu Faro, and the law offices of Afe Babalola & Co. (Emmanuel Chambers) compromised the Supreme Court and the remaining semblance of integrity it might have had, when they went back to the Supreme Court and got the Court to swim in the sewer of corruption and shameful self-abnegation.”
Babalola strongly denies the allegations, claiming that they are false and damaging to both his personal reputation and the integrity of the Nigerian judiciary.
Nigerian author and activist Dele Farotimi’s book, Nigeria and Its Criminal Justice System, has surged to bestseller status on Amazon amid a legal battle with prominent lawyer and businessman, Afe Babalola.
The controversy surrounding the book has captivated public attention, driving both online and offline demand.
The book, which critiques systemic corruption in Nigeria’s judiciary and highlights alleged misconduct by key legal figures, saw modest sales following its release in July 2024.
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However, Farotimi’s arrest on Tuesday, following a petition filed by the 93-year-old Babalola, triggered a wave of public curiosity.
By Thursday evening, it had climbed to the top of Amazon’s bestseller rankings, according to checks by Vanguard. Bookstores across Nigeria also reported a significant uptick in demand.
Biztellers reports that Farotimi was detained in Lagos by armed police officers and transported to Ado Ekiti, about 300 kilometers northeast of the city, where Babalola is based.
The senior lawyer alleged that the book accused him of compromising Nigeria’s judiciary—a claim that has sparked heated debates about freedom of speech and accountability in the legal profession.
On Wednesday, Farotimi was arraigned in an Ekiti court, where the judge ordered his remand pending a bail hearing scheduled for December 10.
Farotimi’s legal team has vowed to contest the charges, framing the case as an attack on intellectual freedom.
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