Serial entrepreneur and real estate developer Keji Giwa has unveiled “Eko Miami,” a coastal real estate development designed to reposition Lagos as a world-class destination for tourism, investment, and luxury living.
The project targets the Okunde Bluewater Tourism Zone, proposing a large-scale transformation of the coastline into an integrated ecosystem that blends high-end real estate, hospitality, and lifestyle experiences.
Giwa, founder of Digital Landlords, described the initiative as a strategic rethinking of how Nigeria can harness its natural coastal assets to drive long-term economic growth. Inspired by Florida’s South Beach, the concept is not a replica but an adaptation tailored to the African market.
At its core, Eko Miami is built around a “destination economy” model, one that ensures year-round activity through a mix of tourism, leisure and commercial offerings. The development plan features beachfront residences, luxury resorts and entertainment districts designed to attract both local and international visitors.
One of the standout elements is The Carnelian, an architectural concept featuring expansive glass façades and 180-degree ocean views. The design emphasizes seamless integration between indoor spaces and the surrounding coastal environment.
The proposed site, located near Eko Atlantic City and along the Coastal Road corridor, is already emerging as a prime real estate zone. Giwa’s vision seeks to consolidate this growth into a high-value coastal district, expanding Lagos’ premium property landscape.
The proposal comes amid a surge in tourism activity in Lagos. During the 2024 “Detty December” season, the city recorded approximately 1.2 million visitors, generating over ₦111 billion in revenue. By 2025, participation rose sharply to 3.6 million people, with spending reaching nearly ₦396.54 billion, more than half driven by diaspora visitors.
Giwa said the project aims to convert this seasonal boom into a sustainable, year-round economic engine.“Nigeria has always had the raw ingredients, the coastline, the energy and the diaspora interest,” he said. “Eko Miami is the blueprint for how we turn our natural assets into a multi-billion-dollar global brand city.”
