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MacFolly Hospitality Ltd Set to Expand Capacity With a 100-room Courtyard in Lagos

By Anne Ejuka

From left: Regional Vice President of Marriott International for Sub-Saharan Africa, Johan Cronje; The Oluwo of Iwo land; Oba Rasheed Akanbi, Telu 1., Chairman of SIFAX Group; Dr. Taiwo Afolabi, Wife of the Chairman Mrs. Folashade Afolabi; and Managing Director of MacFolly Hospitality Limited, Mr. Chike Ogeah; at the groundbreaking ceremony of Courtyard by Marriott, last week at the Ikeja GRA, Lagos.

Following the huge success recorded with the Lagos Marriott Hotel, MacFolly Hospitality Limited, the hospitality subsidiary of SIFAX Group, is set to add another hotel brand to its collections.

MacFolly Hospitality Limited, owners of the Lagos Marriott Hotel, is a premier hospitality management company under SIFAX Group, dedicated to delivering world-class services and creating memorable experiences for guests.

The new brand, 'Courtyard by Marriott' a 100-rooms hotel will be built next to the Lagos Marriott Hotel, which is located at GRA Ikeja, Lagos is expected to reinforce MacFolly Hospitality Limited’s commitment to delivering world-class hospitality experiences in Lagos.

The hotel, which is scheduled to be completed within 24 months will feature state-of-the-art facilities, expanded meeting spaces, and world-class amenities designed to cater for both local and international guests. This project will further enhance Lagos’ reputation as a hub for luxury hospitality, increase room capacity, create more employment opportunities and meet the growing demand for premium hospitality services in Nigeria.

The official groundbreaking ceremony of the hotel was attended by prominent figures, including Chairman of SIFAX Group, Dr. Taiwo Afolabi, his wife, Mrs. Folashade Afolabi, Regional Vice President of Marriott International for Sub-Saharan Africa, Johan Cronje, and the Oluwo of Iwo land, Oba Rasheed Akanbi, Telu 1, among others.

While speaking at the occasion, Dr. Taiwo Afolabi noted that the growing demands for premium hospitality experience in Lagos has necessitated this new project. “About four years ago, we launched the Lagos Marriott Hotel which is next door and the experience has been very fascinating due to the world-class lodging, dining, and event experience that we offer our customers. We have not only met but also exceeded our expectations in terms of patronage and this demand keeps growing by the day. This new hotel, when it comes on stream, will further validate our unwavering commitment to delivering premium hospitality service in Lagos".

On his part, Managing Director of MacFolly Hospitality Limited, Mr. Chike Ogeah said, “We are not just building another hotel; we are expanding our capacity to meet the needs of our growing clientele. This development is not just about building a hotel; it’s about creating jobs, boosting tourism, and contributing to the growth of Nigeria’s economy. We are committed to delivering a product that will make Nigerians proud and attract visitors from around the world".

The groundbreaking ceremony concluded with a symbolic shovel-turning by key stakeholders, officially marking the commencement of its construction.

MacFolly Hospitality Limited, owners of the Lagos Marriott Hotel, is a premier hospitality management company under SIFAX Group, dedicated to delivering world-class services and creating memorable experiences for guests.

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