Renowned Nigerian pastor Matthew Ashimolowo has unveiled his second real estate development, introducing a large-scale estate designed around community living, sports inspiration, and flexible housing options.
The project, launched on Thursday, March 26, in Lagos, follows the earlier Makarios Luxury Place and reflects a broader vision centered on unity and lifestyle.
Speaking at the event, the senior pastor of Kingsway International Christian Centre explained that the estate is built on four guiding principles: family, friendship, fun, and football.
He noted:
“This is the second estate we are launching,” adding that the concept draws from Nigerians’ passion for sports as a way to encourage togetherness.
The development, known as Makarios Champion’s Place, spans 23 hectares (about 58 acres) and contains roughly 470 plots, with about 70 already sold before its official unveiling.
A unique feature is its 14 streets named after top English Premier League clubs, including Chelsea, Manchester, and Liverpool.
Within the estate sits The Villlagio, described as an “estate inside an estate,” which will house apartment buildings. Plans include 11 structures offering a mix of one-bedroom, two-bedroom, three-bedroom, and studio apartments.
About 46 units out of an estimated 200 have already been sold following promotional tours in New York and London.
Matthew Ashimolowo revealed that construction is already underway, with piling works ongoing. Each five-storey building will be supported by 60 piles to ensure structural safety.
Buyers are offered a 24-month payment plan, while project completion is expected within 16 to 18 months.
“One of the reasons we give 24 months is that piling can take three to four months,” he explained.
On infrastructure, he stated that the estate will provide electricity using overhead cabling due to rising costs, while also considering solar energy options and modern waste management systems that eliminate traditional soakaways.
“The cost of electricity has gone through the roof,” he said, noting that similar systems are used in parts of the United States.
The project is also being marketed to Nigerians in the diaspora, with opportunities for short-term rental income through managed Airbnb services.
Highlighting future demand, Ashimolowo pointed out projections that Lagos could become the world’s largest city by 2050, stating, “People will be looking for good Airbnbs.”
He assured buyers of transparency and quality delivery, emphasizing that the development is tied to his personal reputation.
The company’s Chief Operating Officer, Oluwafemi Odunlami, added that the goal goes beyond housing.
“At Makarios, we are committed to more than building properties. We don’t just build properties for people to live in. We are focused on creating real and lasting value for investors, for homeowners, and of course, the communities where we serve,” he said.
He also mentioned that future streets could include names of Nigerian football clubs.
Similarly, the managing director, Oluwafemi Adeliba, addressed Nigeria’s housing deficit, estimated between 17 million and 22 million units.
He stressed that the company is focused on experience-driven developments.
“Makarios is not just in the business of building estates… we are creating experiences,” he said, adding that each project integrates recreational and commercial facilities.
Adeliba further described Lagos’ property demand as inevitable due to population growth and urban migration.
“Real estate demand in Lagos is not a trend… it is a demographic certainty,” he noted, while highlighting the company’s commitment to secure titles, regulatory compliance, and infrastructure-led planning aimed at both local and diaspora investors.
Watch a video of the unveiling below:
