Board Member
Barr. Festus Adebayo
Festus Adebayo is a prominent advocate for affordable housing in Africa, leveraging his expertise as a lawyer, media entrepreneur and real estate consultant to drive change. His initiatives focus on addressing housing challenges through various platforms.
Key Initiatives
- Africa International Housing Show (AIHS): Adebayo founded AIHS, the largest housing exhibition and conference platform in Africa, bringing together stakeholders to discuss affordable housing solutions.
- Housing Development Advocacy Network (HDAN): As the founder of HDAN, Adebayo engages with governments on housing reforms and policies to create an enabling environment for real estate developers.
- Housing TV Africa: Adebayo launched Housing TV Africa, a specialized television station dedicated to housing issues, promoting co-ownership and affordable housing delivery.
Impact
Awards and Recognition: He has received numerous awards, including “Housing Personality of the Year” in 2020 and 2021, for his contributions to housing development in Nigeria.
Impact on Homeownership: Through his programs and mentoring, Adebayo has helped over 20,000 Nigerians become homeowners.