Experts Advocate for Sustainable Urban Development

The 2026 World Facility Management Day, organized by the IFMA Nigeria Chapter, took place at the Mike Adenuga Centre in Ikoyi, Lagos State. The event's theme, "Cultivating Belonging in the Built Environment," brought together professionals, policymakers, and industry leaders to discuss the built environment's role in fostering community connections and responsible citizenship.

Keynote speaker Olugbenga Onabanjo from GYB Consult Limited emphasized that the built environment extends beyond physical structures, influencing emotional connections and civic behavior. Engr.

Sheriff Daramola, president of IFMA Nigeria Chapter, noted the evolution of facility management over the past three decades, highlighting the need for investment in indigenous skills and sustainable practices. Lagos State representatives, including Tokunbo Wahab and Akinwumi Babatunde, discussed environmental pressures and initiatives aimed at ensuring residents' health and sustainability.

Titilayo Oshodi, a special adviser on climate change, commended IFMA Nigeria for creating a platform for advancing sustainable facility management practices across the country.