The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has presented a certificate of approval to FirstBank Group to commence construction of its eco-friendly headquarters in Eko Atlantic City.
Sanwo-Olu made the presentation during his speech at the ground-breaking ceremony held on Wednesday.
The bank has announced that it is constructing a 40-storey edifice, set to be the tallest building in Nigeria. It described the project as an engineering and environmental marvel, featuring technologically advanced, eco-friendly, and sophisticated construction that will set a new standard for the financial services sector in Africa.
He said, “FirstBank, as always, has taken the lead. I want to thank the visionaries who have created a new city that will serve as Africa’s model city — one we will all be proud of. Mr Femi Otedola, well done. Well done to your board and well done to your management. CBN Governor, thank you for the approval. We hope you extend similar approvals to other financial institutions, as there is space for them too.
“I am now handing over a certificate of approval for them to commence work immediately.”
The ceremony was attended by Vice President Kashim Shettima; the governors of Ogun and Ondo states, Dapo Abiodun and Lucky Aiyedatiwa; the founder of Dangote Industries, Aliko Dangote; the co-founders of the Chagoury Group, Gilbert and Roland Chagoury; Dr Deji Adeleke; Tunde Folawiyo; Bukola Saraki; and other dignitaries.
