The Banana Island Property Owners & Residents Association (BIPORAL), at the weekend, launched a number of landmark projects which, according to the residents, are meant to enhance security and leisure for the residents.
The commissioning of the projects, hosted by BIPORAL exco led by its chairman, Frank Aigbogun, was performed by Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Lagos State governor alongside other stakeholders including Adeoye Oduroye, executive director, Providus Bank, and Olumide Odunuga, Head, General Services, First Bank.
Banana Island is reputed as Nigeria’s most urbane, elitist and upscale estate. The newly launched projects included an ultra-modern estate gate, a state-of-the-art administrative building, Boat Club House, an advanced fire-fighting truck, two tennis courts, and two Astro turf football fields.
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These additions were designed to enhance the safety, convenience, and recreational options available to Banana Island’s residents, further solidifying the estate’s status as a prime hub for luxury and innovation.
The event highlighted the commitment of BIPORAL to creating a self-sustained, secure, and community-oriented environment for all residents. In his keynote address, Sanwo-Olu commended the residemntss efforts at setting a standard for estate management and community welfare.
“Banana Island has set a benchmark in Lagos, not only for luxury living but for creating a secure and structured environment that epitomizes the vision of a modern, thriving Lagos. Today’s projects are proof of the collective commitment of the residents and BIPORAL towards building a community that supports a high quality of life and security for its people,” the governor said.
He expressed his commitment to the residents of Banana Island, promised to see to more infrastructural development within the estate by addressing the drainage issue that has caused a major challenge on the road leading to the estate.
Aigbogun remarked on the significance of the projects, saying, the projects were defining moment for Banana Island. He noted that the projects symbolized residents’ resolve to build not just a residence, but a sanctuary that offers the finest amenities, while safeguarding our community. “We thank our partners and the Lagos State government for their unwavering support in realizing this vision,” he said.
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The newly elected BIPORAL chairman, Abidemi Sonoiki, expressed gratitude and his vision for the future of the estate. “It is an honour to serve this prestigious community. As a newly elected chairman, my commitment is to build on today’s achievements, continuously improve our facilities, and foster an environment where innovation, security, and quality of life converge seamlessly.
I look forward to working with the residents and partners to drive further developments that will keep Banana Island at the pinnacle of luxury living,” he said.
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