In a significant recognition of its rapid expansion and market impact, Rolad Properties & Allied Services Limited has been listed on the prestigious 2025 BusinessDay Top 100 Fastest Growing SMEs list. The ranking identifies Nigeria’s most dynamic small and medium enterprises based on metrics including revenue growth, scalability, innovation, and business sustainability.
Founded in September 2018 by Dotun Oloyede, the firm has evolved from a startup with a vision for affordable housing into a major player in the real estate sector, operating across multiple states and international borders.
A Vision for Structured Property Ownership
Rolad Properties was established to solve one of Nigeria’s most persistent challenges: the difficulty of accessing structured and secure land ownership. The company’s growth strategy has been built on three core pillars:
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Diverse Portfolio: Rolling out residential estates and specialized farmland projects across Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, and Abuja.
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Leadership Expertise: Utilizing over 20 years of combined team experience to navigate complex property development and investment landscapes.
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Targeted Offerings: Designing products specifically for families, individual first-time buyers, and long-term investors.
Bridging the Gap for the Diaspora
One of the firm’s most strategic moves has been its expansion into the United Kingdom, where it has operated as a registered entity for three years. This international presence provides a secure bridge for Nigerians living abroad:
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Verified Transactions: Diaspora investors can engage in property deals using documented, traceable processes.
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Operational Oversight: The UK structure allows for monitoring and verification, reducing the risks traditionally associated with cross-border real estate transactions.
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Investment Confidence: By providing a local point of contact in London, the company has simplified the acquisition process for the diaspora community.
Impact on the Real Estate Ecosystem
The BusinessDay recognition validates the firm’s role in addressing Nigeria’s housing deficit. Founder Dotun Oloyede noted that the milestone is a reflection of “collective effort” and a commitment to maintaining excellence as the company scales.
Moving forward, the company plans to deepen its participation in the Nigerian economy through job creation and continued property delivery, ensuring that more individuals have a clear, structured path to homeownership.
