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Construction May 15, 2026 1 min read

Why do most Nigeria Buildings look the same?

An in-depth critique of contemporary urban planning in Lagos and Abuja. We dissect the rapid architectural homogenization and highlight custom engineering pathways to reclaim identity.

An in-depth critique of contemporary urban planning in Lagos and Abuja. We dissect the rapid architectural homogenization and highlight custom engineering pathways to reclaim identity.

Bldr. Muftau Ibrahim

Project Manager & Lead Designer

Muftau oversees technical integration and sustainable building practices at Realistic Projects. With over a decade of sub-Saharan civil engineering experience, he focuses on high-performance smart structures.

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