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Eko Atlantic is a unique new city within a city that's being built on a vast area of land
reclaimed from the ocean along the coast of Victoria island in Lagos Nigeria more
than six and a half million square meters have so far been recovered from the sea
with an eventual footprint spreading across 10 square kilometers the bold vision it
represents is uncompromising to become the future financial capital of Africa
developed with skill and dedication Eko Atlantic is raising the standard
for quality of life in Nigeria aspirational accessible and built for success
the making of this remarkable city began in 2006 when the developers and city planners
south energex nigeria limited a subsidiary of the shiguri group was granted permission
to build a preliminary sea wall to protect victoria island
from flooding but lagos state governors saw the meriting going much further than that
they implemented an ingenious idea to overcome a hundred years of severe coastal erosion while
building a new city on reclaimed land at the same time the once devastated shoreline
was not only repaired but re-established to where it once was a mile and a half offshore today
a liability has been arrested and is being converted to a great asset of prosperity
that great asset is here and now in echo atlantic
to make it happen a second sea revetment longer wider and much deeper and now known as the great
wall of lagos was essential if a new city to save the city of lagos itself was to be constructed
echo atlantic was first propelled onto the world stage when the late nigerian
president umaru yaradua officially supported the project through his representative during a 2008
inauguration ceremony it's my singular honor and privilege to launch a co-atlantic city
project the city is being developed by private financing with the full backing of both the
federal government and lagos state government this is an opportunity to create a new and economically
friendly environment and negotiations nigerians generally are people of very very exotic taste
the great wall is an eight and a half kilometers long sea barrier the backbone
and guardian of echo atlantic elaborate testing of its structural design was carried out to
the highest standards in europe precise scale modelling proved that the world could withstand
the worst storms expected in a thousand years the landfill behind the great wall is built up
from a mixture of sand and water which is harvested from the seabed and pumped
into target areas creating about 8 000 square meters of new land every day at full capacity
not only that the land self compacts making it ideal for construction
in early 2013 at the halfway stage of land reclamation echo atlantic was praised
by the former presidents of nigeria and the united states of america the project
is a great example of partnership to transform land lost to erosion into a delightful ocean
city and it will help to diversify the economy of nigeria to brand lagos all over the world
and to create an enormous number of opportunities echo atlantic holds a place of pride for nigeria
it is a global city of world-class design and international recognition we are on land
that has been reclaimed as an asset of prosperity today we are at the turning
point where the real construction of the city has started nigeria is a land of opportunity
since then echo atlantic's network of carefully planned infrastructure has been put in place
on land so far recovered street lighting has also been installed for existing roads
and is brilliantly illuminating the night sky in 2016 echo atlantic saw its very first
residential tower officially opened and occupied called the black pearl it's one of a cluster of
five magnificent buildings the first jewel in the echo atlantic crown standing at 24 floors
offering a luxurious lifestyle and investment by echo pearl development
the aqua atlantic project you know potents to provide over 350 000 jobs when completed
beyond the fact that it's going to grow the gdp of lagos it only means that other investors will
draw from the confidence that the investors have put in that project to continue to grow
the economy of lagos not least for investors in africa's preeminent development project
which is destined to become a crucial part of nigeria's drive to become a global top 20 economy
if seeing is believing echo atlantic has it all but it's not until you actually set foot on the
solid ground here that the enormity of what's already been achieved can be fully understood
and appreciated from all perspectives indeed echo atlantic's district planning showcases the best of
urban design with an impressive mix of residential and commercial developments there are more than
10 kilometers of stunning waterfront promenade while boutiques restaurants and recreational
destinations will create ideal conditions to live work and play for residents and tourists alike
an international school will offer world-class education in a safe and comfortable setting
first class healthcare is also an essential so echo atlantic's international hospital
will ensure patients are well treated and one of the largest shopping malls in sub-saharan africa
will become a prime destination and icon of style life in echo atlantic will be exciting from
the moment you enter this city running through this massive development all the way to the sea
is echo boulevard here the boulevard is also home to the business district covering 700
000 square meters of premium real estate when complete echo atlantic will be a thriving
international hub driving the growth of africa and establishing a vital new link to the world's
economy lagos is that new destination in africa where investors should pay attention
from 2017 and that's why we're ready to take on the world this city in the making attracts
a constant stream of high-profile visitors and investors from all corners of the world and
to echo atlantic they are focused on the growth potential of not only lagos but africa as a whole
to that end echo atlantic is a designated free zone under a federal government initiative a
vital addition for investors who want to live or conduct business within the city there's
so much more to echo atlantic than creating top-class and much-needed residential tourist
and business space in one of the world's fastest growing cities strategically echo
atlantic's smart planning connects all neighborhoods with major transport routes
throughout the city modern and efficient public transport will be integrated with the lagos
waterways to ensure free-flowing movement an independent water supply power grid and sewage
network ensure the city can efficiently serve the growing needs of its population
city power will be provided by a dedicated power plant and atlantic's fibre optic network
will be second to none additionally to cope with nigeria's heavy rainfall
a dependable system of storm water drainage was put in place extending some 30 kilometers under
the city so far echo atlantic is a colossal task in every way imaginable and the ambitious vision
is now a visible reality there's much more to see than infrastructure and these rising towers
the developers began growing over 200 000 trees for echo atlantic
back in 2010 so that the cosmetics of making the city attractive could be ready in good time when
complete the ongoing city-wide maintenance and monitoring will be provided by independent service
companies to ensure safe and smooth operations 24 7. echo atlantic's bridges 14 in all for its
roads and additional tunnels for waterways are finished in areas where land has been reclaimed
carefully planned road systems and pedestrian zones will keep the city congestion free meanwhile
the city's internal waterway system is also taking shape preliminary work is substantially
complete meaning that the release of water into the canals is already being planned and prepared
the azure peninsula development is situated in the elegant marina district and combines
the tranquility of the waterfront alongside a sophisticated pedestrian friendly center the heart
of this exclusive yachting marina will be its community the residents the businesses based here
and of course the visitors and tourists who will be able to enjoy the best of coastal attractions
at the main entrance to echo atlantic lies echo energy estate
which is setting a new standard for residential developments tailor-made for the energy sector
even as it grows echo atlantic has sprung into life through groundbreaking social and
sporting events africa's first ever beach polo tournament was born here and drew large crowds
to the signature tournament Eko Atlantic hosts the Lagos marathon and is now an annual fixture for
copa Lagos the popular televised international beach soccer tournament watched by millions
as Eko atlantic reaches out to more and more nigerians
so too does its reputation and appeal for investment and commercial success
now is the time to take part in the development of this bold and exciting venture discover
a city like no other it is one of a kind sadler echo atlantic lagos nigeria you