Panterra, a real estate firm, has unveiled its 2026 West Africa Real Estate Market Report and Nigeria Construction Market Report at an event in Lagos. The company also launched a new digital real estate ownership and investment platform called Panterrium. The event, titled "Experiencing Panterra: An Evening of Creativity and Insights," brought together industry leaders, financial experts, and creatives to discuss developments in the West African built environment.

The event featured a fireside session moderated by Ayo Ibaru, Panterra's Group Chief Investment Officer. The discussion examined material supply, cement costs, and wider economic pressures affecting the construction industry. Ibaru presented research on the methodology of Panterra's Real Estate Investment and Attractive Index as part of the report release. The session included Emmanuel Ilaboya, Head of HBM Ready Mix, who represented Lolu Akinyemi, CEO of HBM PLC.

Panterra's Chief Executive Officer, Tayo Odunsi, stated that the company's vision is focused on developing integrated real estate ecosystems across West Africa. The company's goal is to provide access to real estate ownership and investment through its digital platform, Panterrium. Fareedah Alaka, Project Lead for Panterrium, presented the platform's features as it prepares to enter its regulatory sandboxing phase.

The event also featured the launch of Foundations 2026, a creative publication and documentary exploring issues affecting the built environment. This year's theme was centered on "urban dilemmas." The publication was led by Nancy Sabo, the project lead and editor. Featured contributors presented their work and received certificates of recognition.

Panterra operates across principal investing, asset management, market research, digital real estate investment, and building materials distribution in Nigeria. The company said the event was organized to commemorate key partnerships while showcasing developments in market research, property technology, and creative engagement within the real estate sector.

The launch of Panterrium was followed by a fireside discussion between Odunsi and Charles Omoera, Chief Executive Officer of Sterling Fi, on the integration of capital markets with the digital real estate platform. The discussion highlighted the potential for increased investment and growth in the West African real estate sector.

Panterra's 2026 West Africa Real Estate Market Report and Nigeria Construction Market Report provide valuable insights into the current state of the real estate market in West Africa. The reports are expected to be a useful tool for investors, developers, and industry professionals looking to navigate the complexities of the West African built environment.

Key points

  • Panterra launches digital real estate ownership and investment platform called Panterrium.
  • The company unveils its 2026 West Africa Real Estate Market Report and Nigeria Construction Market Report.
  • Panterra aims to develop integrated real estate ecosystems across West Africa.

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