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Chairman & Chief Executive Officer

Engr. Abduljelyl Adekunle Karheem

( Mogaji Adanla)

MCIArb, MCIOB, MCABE

Engr. Abduljelyl Adekunle Karheem is a seasoned construction professional and visionary leader with extensive experience in engineering, project delivery and strategic development. Under his leadership, Afia Group of Companies has grown into a trusted name, known for excellence, innovation and impactful developments.

Engr. Karheem developed his professional foundation in the United Kingdom, gaining experience across leading London-based organisations including Servite Houses, Sanctuary Houses, Newlyon Housing, Ascham Homes, Network Housing, Ringley Surveyors, St Albans District Council, Notting Hill Housing, and Morrison Construction.
 
He began his career as a Technical Officer and, through dedication and professional excellence, progressed to the role of Project Engineer, reflecting a strong trajectory of growth within the construction and housing sector.
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Academic & Professional Excellence

Engr. Karheem holds advanced qualifications from leading universities in the United Kingdom: Building Surveying at the University of Greenwich, Building Engineering at Sheffield Hallam University and Construction Project Management at the University of West London. He is currently reading for an LLM/MSc in Construction Law and Dispute Resolution at Leeds Beckett University.

Professional Memberships

Engr. Karheem is a distinguished member of several prestigious professional bodies, including the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) and the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE).

Professional Experience

He developed his professional foundation in the United Kingdom, gaining experience across leading London-based organisations including Servite Houses, Sanctuary Houses, Newlyon Housing, Ascham Homes, Network Housing, Ringley Surveyors, St Albans District Council, Notting Hill Housing and Morrison Construction.

Career Progression

He began his career as a Technical Officer and, through dedication and professional excellence, progressed to the role of Project Engineer — reflecting a strong trajectory of growth within the construction and housing sector. Under his leadership, Afia Group of Companies continues to build with purpose, lead with vision, and create lasting impact.

Qualifications

Academic & career highlights

  • Building Surveying — University of Greenwich
  • Building Engineering — Sheffield Hallam University
  • Construction Project Management — University of West London
  • LLM/MSc Construction Law and Dispute Resolution — Leeds Beckett University (in progress)
  • Progressed from Technical Officer to Project Engineer in the UK construction and housing sector
  • Leads Afia Group of Companies across construction, real estate, agriculture and education

Affiliations

Professional memberships

MCIArb — Chartered Institute of Arbitrators

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MCIOB — Chartered Institute of Building

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MCABE — Chartered Association of Building Engineers

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RICS — Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors

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CEO Afia’s World Tour — Episode 3 | Istanbul, Turkey

 A new milestone has been achieved.
CEO Afia officially signs a strategic partnership agreement between Buhara Group, a Turkish real estate and investment company, and Afia Homes and Properties, part of the Afia Group of Companies.
 
This partnership opens new opportunities in international real estate investment, connecting Nigeria and Turkey while creating possibilities for Nigerians interested in owning property abroad and exploring pathways to Turkish citizenship through qualifying investment.
 
The journey also takes us to the iconic bridge connecting Europe and Asia, making Istanbul the only city in the world that spans two continents.

CEO Afia’s World Tour — Episode 4 | London, England

Following a successful business trip and partnership milestone in Turkey, CEO Afia’s journey continues with a brief 24-hour stop in London.
 
During this visit, CEO Afia and his family took time to enjoy a dinner experience at the iconic Harrods, creating a moment to appreciate family, success, and the journey behind the vision.
 
Every journey is not only about business meetings and achievements, but also about creating memories along the way.