From a humble upbringing in Nigeria’s South-South region to becoming a visionary entrepreneur spearheading urban transformation in Africa, Mr Lucky Erherha, the Founder and CEO of Zumera Property Limited, shares his journey and explains why Zumera is not your typical real estate company.
Born and raised in a modest family, Lucky Erherha understood the importance of hard work and integrity from a young age. He spent his early years in a remote village, where he took on various jobs to help his family make ends meet. Recognizing the limitations of his environment, he moved to Benin City to live with relatives, where he continued his quest for self-improvement.
In Benin City, a city that inspired him with its possibilities, Erherha gained valuable skills in fields like interlocking, sawmilling, and technology. His relentless pursuit of knowledge eventually led him to a job opportunity in Singapore. Although Singapore provided a platform for him to thrive, Erherha felt a deep desire to make a lasting impact in Nigeria by providing opportunities for its hardworking youth.
Driven by this mission, Erherha delved into entrepreneurship, founded Zumera, and embarked on a journey to transform Nigerian cities through real estate and infrastructural development. Zumera’s core mission is to create value in African communities, providing economic opportunities, and enhancing the quality of life for all residents.
Erherha’s vision for Zumera extends beyond real estate; it’s about building communities, fostering innovation, and empowering people. He believes that by developing world-class infrastructure and architecture in Nigeria, cities can become self-sustaining economic hubs, offering opportunities for every citizen to succeed.
Zumera operates on three fundamental pillars: People, Communities, and Innovation. They prioritize human capital development, promote community collaboration, and encourage innovative thinking to drive value creation in every project they undertake.
Their maiden project, the Zumera Tower in Benin City, is a testament to this vision. This 7-in-1 destination masterpiece aims to provide unparalleled experiences for Nigerians. With over 20,000 square meters of multifunctional space, it offers a wide range of retail options, world-class hospitality, entertainment, and leisure attractions.
The rooftop club and lounge, luxury hotel suites, premium office spaces, fine dining restaurants, and a state-of-the-art auditorium are among its unique features.
Erherha’s choice of Benin City as the location for Zumera’s flagship project is rooted in his emotional connection to the city and its rich cultural history. He sees it as an opportunity to restore the city’s prestige and glory, creating a vibrant urban center that can serve as an economic hub and cultural melting pot.
Beyond real estate and innovative structures, Zumera places a strong emphasis on community impact. They believe that building a community of quality people is essential for innovation and transformation. Zumera’s CSR initiatives focus on education, welfare, healthcare, and technology development within Benin City.
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