LAGOS, Nigeria — At 36, Yahaya Yahaya has emerged as one of Nigeria’s dynamic entrepreneurs, blending his legal expertise with a deep-rooted commitment to business innovation. With a diverse portfolio spanning mining, real estate, workspace solutions, fashion, and social initiatives, Yahaya embodies a new wave of Nigerian entrepreneurship driven by both ambition and social responsibility.
Born into a family of civil servants, Yahaya attributes his disciplined approach to business to his upbringing. He contends that while ideas abound in Nigeria, the execution of those ideas remains a significant challenge. “What is scarce is governance and execution,” he stated, highlighting his focus on implementing structured solutions in various sectors.
Yahaya’s foray into mining marks one of his most ambitious ventures. In Nasarawa State, he plays a pivotal role in the Uke Gold Project, aimed at transforming artisanal mining into a structured commercial operation. The initiative is transitioning from small-scale ore collection to modern exploration, with drilling programs set to commence soon.
In the real estate sector, Yahaya serves as the Group Managing Director of The Mall Nigeria, where he is overseeing the development of The Mall Karu in Nasarawa State. His vision extends beyond mere construction; he aims to create spaces that foster community and commerce.
Further diversifying his portfolio, he has launched Pay and Work, a pioneering workspace hospitality club in Ikeja that combines office facilities with a community-oriented approach. Concurrently, he is revitalizing McRabbit, a lifestyle brand focused on sustainable fashion and marketing, featuring products like underwear and collectible toys.
Yahaya is also committed to social causes, establishing the Yahaya Alapansanpa Youth Empowerment Fund to support educational initiatives and create opportunities for the youth. His cultural contributions include serving as the Head of Planning and Strategy for the Ilorin Emirate Durbar Committee, which organizes one of Nigeria’s most vibrant cultural festivals celebrating unity in diversity.
Looking ahead, Yahaya is not stepping back. Over the next two years, he intends to lead the Uke Gold Project to its first resource statements, complete The Mall Karu, expand the Pay and Work network, and advance McRabbit into broader African and diaspora markets. “We are not chasing size; we are building institutions that will outlast us,” he affirmed, encapsulating his forward-thinking philosophy.
Despite still being early in his career, Yahaya Yahaya is setting a standard for what can be achieved when governance aligns with effective execution, reflecting a promising future for Nigeria’s entrepreneurial landscape.
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