AIHS to Host 2025 U40 Real Estate CEOs Conference, Empowering the Next Generation of Housing Leaders

The Africa International Housing Show (AIHS) is set to host the highly anticipated second edition of its U40 Real Estate CEOs Conference on Friday, August 1st, 2025, as part of the main event holding from July 27th to August 1st, 2025, in Abuja.

This visionary platform will bring together over 100 young professionals aged 40 and below, creating a unique space for emerging leaders in the housing, construction, and real estate sector to connect, learn, pitch, and grow.

Building on the resounding success of its 2024 debut, the 2025 U40 Conference will feature: Interactive workshops.

Mentorship sessions Pitch presentations CEO roundtables Networking and deal-making opportunities Topics to be explored include: Innovative financing models for real estate Youth-driven sustainability and smart housing solutions Personal and professional brand development Scaling startups in the built environment sector

🔹 Distinguished Speakers – U40 CEOs Conference 2025

This year’s powerhouse lineup features some of Nigeria’s most dynamic young executives, including:

Tony Kolawole, Executive Director, Billionaire Realtors Group

Ufuoma Ilesanmi, Managing Director, Haven Homes Nigeria

David O. Onoja, MD/CEO, Brooks Africa

Oladipupo Akinkunmi, MD/CEO, Nests & Nails Nigeria Limited

Bassey Bassey, Executive Director, HipCity Innovation Centre

These industry trailblazers will share insights on leadership, resilience, innovation, and what it takes to thrive as a young CEO in today’s housing economy.

As part of the broader AIHS 2025 agenda, the U40 Real Estate CEOs Conference will be held alongside the Youth Session, both scheduled for Friday, August 1st, 2025.

With support from the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, IFC World Bank, and the AUHF, the Africa International Housing Show 2025 remains the largest and most influential housing and construction event on the continent.