For Paul Onwuanibe, the demolition of his luxury business, Landmark Beach Resort, Lagos wasn’t just a business setback, it was personal.
To the businessman, Landmark wasn’t just another project, it was a symbol of what Nigeria could be. A place where world-class infrastructure met African vibrancy, where ideas became a reality, and where hope for the continent’s potential found a home. But now, the hope was dust and ash.
Paul, experiencing a mix of exhaustion and resolve, promised his friends “We will rebuild,” he said, his voice steady. “But not here. Not anymore.”
Paul worked tirelessly. While others saw the demolition as an end, he saw it as an opportunity, a chance to think beyond Lagos, beyond Nigeria. Landmark had always been about redefining Africa’s urban landscape, and perhaps the time had come to expand that vision.
Paul’s team set to work on an audacious plan: Landmark would pivot to a pan-African model, establishing new hubs in strategic cities across the continent. Kigali, Nairobi, and Accra would be willing to host the cornerstones of this new chapter.
At the heart of this expansion was a commitment to learning from the Lagos experience. Landmark’s new projects would prioritize community ownership, public-private partnerships, and legal frameworks to prevent a repeat of what had happened.
The dream Paul had, has begun to manifest.
In a recent message, the businessman unveiled his plans, a new Landmark in three different Nigerian cities and two African countries.
He projected a mixed-use complex blending modern architecture with sustainable design and local artistry. The project aimed to create jobs, empower small businesses, and showcase African innovation to the world.
Landmark’s departure from Lagos had been born of necessity, but its expansion across Africa was a testament to vision, resilience, and the unshakable belief that the continent’s brightest days were still ahead.
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