Landmark Africa, on July 18, commenced the first phase of a N10 billion renovation of the historic Nike Lake Resort in Enugu, aiming to transform it into a world-class tourism and hospitality hub.
The company announced the start of renovation work via a video on the official X account of Landmark Nike Lake Resort Enugu, offering a sneak peek at the ongoing upgrades.
The footage featured key personnel, including the project manager and interior designer, who detailed the progress and the new design elements being introduced.
They revealed that Phase A of the project is already 50% complete. Work is focused on replacing outdated fixtures, expanding cramped spaces, and reimagining room layouts to create a clean and modern aesthetic.
“At Landmark Nike Lake Resort in Enugu, we were commissioned to handle interior design, and so far, we have completed about 50% of the project. We’ve removed outdated elements such as the old television sets and bed frames. These previous fixtures have been incorporated into our redesign concept, and have been taken out to make room for the new installations,” said one of the interior design leads featured in the video.
Another contributor explained that the bathrooms were among the first areas addressed, noting that space limitations required structural changes.
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“One of the first things we did was break down the existing toilet walls, which were too tight, to expand the space. You’ll notice a dwarf fence now in place—that’s because we plan to install a full-height glass wall there. At the moment, we’re finishing the gypsum board ceiling, and screeding has already been completed. By tomorrow, we should begin painting.
“My vision is to elevate the space into something modern yet simple, classy but not excessive.”
This renovation follows a joint venture agreement signed in January 2025 between Landmark Africa Group and the Government of Enugu State. Under the deal, the state contributed the Nike Lake Resort, a 150-hectare lakeside property, as an asset, while Landmark Africa secured a 35-year lease to manage, operate, and redevelop the site.
The N10 billion investment represents the first phase of the project and includes plans for new hotel rooms, waterfront villas, a kids’ park, beach lounges, dining outlets, a golf course, and other leisure attractions.
Landmark Africa’s move to Enugu comes after the 2024 demolition of its beachfront property in Lagos, which housed the popular Landmark Beach Resort. This demolition, carried out to make way for the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, prompted the company to revise its growth strategy. This new strategy involves relocating its Nigerian headquarters and expanding into three new states, as well as two other African countries.
Following expressions of interest from governors across 12 states, Landmark selected three locations for new investments, with Enugu and Rivers States being the first confirmed. In Rivers State, Landmark signed an agreement with the state government to redevelop the Port Harcourt Tourist Beach into a modern leisure and hospitality destination. While renovation work on that project was expected to begin in the first quarter of 2025 with phased completion scheduled for later in the year, as of July, no official update has been provided on its progress.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) and Answers
What is the significance of Landmark Africa’s investment in Nike Lake Resort?
Landmark Africa’s N10 billion investment marks a significant step in transforming the historic Nike Lake Resort in Enugu into a world-class tourism and hospitality destination. This project is part of a broader strategy by Landmark Africa to expand its footprint in Nigeria and boost the country’s tourism sector.
What is the current status of the renovation project?
Phase A of the renovation project is currently 50% complete. The work is focused on modernising the facility by replacing outdated fixtures, expanding cramped spaces, and redesigning room layouts to create a clean and contemporary aesthetic.
What kind of new facilities can visitors expect at the renovated resort?
The N10 billion investment includes plans for a range of new facilities such as modern hotel rooms, waterfront villas, a kids’ park, beach lounges, diverse dining outlets, and a golf course, among other leisure attractions.
What prompted Landmark Africa to invest in Enugu?
Landmark Africa’s move to Enugu follows the 2024 demolition of its beachfront property in Lagos, Landmark Beach Resort, to make way for the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway. This led the company to revise its growth strategy, relocating its Nigerian headquarters and expanding into new states, with Enugu being one of the first confirmed locations.
What is the agreement between Landmark Africa and the Enugu State Government?
In January 2025, Landmark Africa Group signed a joint venture agreement with the Government of Enugu State. Under this deal, the state provided the 150-hectare Nike Lake Resort property, while Landmark Africa secured a 35-year lease to manage, operate, and redevelop the site.
