In a decisive move to restore order in Lagos’ real estate sector, the state government has flagged 176 estates, including the prominent Adron Homes, as illegal developments. The affected estates were accused of operating without requisite layout approvals or planning permits, in violation of the Lagos State Urban and Regional Planning Laws.
TJ News Nigeria reports that this development affects estates located across Ibeju-Lekki (111), Eti-Osa (27), and Epe (32) Local Government Areas. The government has given a strict 21-day ultimatum, starting from August 4–5, 2025, for the flagged estates to comply or face sealing, stop-work orders, and legal action.
Why Lagos Flagged Adron Homes and Others
Among the flagged entities, Adron Homes, a key player in Nigeria’s mass-market real estate space, stands out. The estate flagged is situated in Elerangbe, within the rapidly developing Ibeju-Lekki corridor.
Violations by Adron Homes include:
- Absence of layout approvals
- Lack of registration with LASRERA
- Breach of physical planning regulations
- Disregard for previous government warnings
This action casts a shadow over Adron’s reputation, which has long marketed its offerings as “affordable luxury.” The company’s inclusion in the blacklist is seen as a major setback.
21-Day Compliance Directive: What It Entails
The Lagos State Government directed all 176 estate developers to take the following steps within the next three weeks:
- Submit layout approval documents to the Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development, Alausa, Ikeja
- Register with the Lagos State Real Estate Regulatory Authority (LASRERA)
- Commence compliance procedures or face regulatory actions
Failure to act will lead to:
- Site closures
- Prosecution
- Demolition of unauthorized structures, if necessary
Adron Homes’ Legal Woes and Consumer Complaints
The flagging comes amidst ongoing legal battles and customer disputes involving Adron Homes:
Recent Cases:
- Ogun State Lawsuit (May 2025): Plot owners at Treasure Park & Gardens estate accused Adron of poor estate management and unauthorized utility disconnections.
- Refund Dispute: Patience Yusuff, a Lagos resident, battled Adron for nearly five years to recover funds paid for a plot in Ikorodu. A refund was issued only after media exposure, with 30% of the sum withheld.
While Adron Homes has denied wrongdoing, terming allegations “defamatory,” the accumulation of complaints has intensified regulatory focus.
Implications for Lagos Real Estate Sector
According to urban planning authorities, these unapproved developments:
- Disrupt drainage systems and road networks
- Jeopardize future infrastructure projects
- Encourage environmental degradation
- Promote uncontrolled urban sprawl
Officials emphasize that the crackdown aligns with the state’s T.H.E.M.E.S+ agenda, which prioritizes environmental sustainability and urban order.
Public Reactions and Industry Commentary
Residents and real estate professionals have expressed mixed reactions:
“This is what a lack of oversight does—misery to all its members,” said one estate forum participant.
“Many of these companies are glorified investment scams posing as housing solutions,” another stakeholder remarked.
Observers argue that the real estate boom has outpaced regulatory capacity, allowing some developers to operate unchecked.
What Next for Adron and Others?
With the 21-day clock ticking, developers—regardless of stature—must urgently pursue planning regularization or risk closure. Analysts believe this may become a watershed moment for urban real estate enforcement in Lagos.
Full List of Flagged Illegal Estates in Lagos (Select Examples)
Ibeju-Lekki LGA (111 Estates)
- Adron Homes, Elerangbe
- Aina Gold Estate, Okun-Folu
- Almond Gardens, Igbo-Esan
- Atlantic Bay Estate, Awoyaya
- Beach Front Gardens, Akodo
- Bricks and Bars Estate Phase II, La Campaign Tropicana
Eti-Osa LGA (27 Estates)
- Westwood Park Estate Phase II, Sangotedo
- Flourish Residence, Sangotedo
- Living Spring Estate, Lafiaji
- Southern Green Estate, Lafiaji
Epe LGA (32 Estates)
- Isimi Eko, Epe
- Victoria Nest Lii Estate, Beside VGC
- Whiteoak Estate 2, Beside VGC
- HRC Estate, Opposite Regional Road
List of 176 identified estates
The identified illegal estates are mostly located in Lagos Island and include;
- Adron Homes, Elerangbe
- Aina Gold Estate, Okun-Folu
- Almond Gardens, Igbo-Esan
- Atlantic Bay Estate, Awoyaya
- Apple Shore Park, Akodo
- Beach Front Gardens, Akodo
- Belvic Housing Estate, Okun Lepia
- Bricks and Bars Estate Phase II La Campaign Tropicana
- Bright Water Estate Limited, Ibeju
- Cedarwood Boulevard Estate Okun-Ajah
- Cedarwood Estate Phase II
- Cherrywoods Court Cherrywood
- Coastal City Estate Phase II Orudu
- Cornerstone Estate Eluju-Ibeju
- Cowries Estate, Okun-Folu
- Destiny Gardens Phase I
- Destiny Gardens Phase II
- Diamond Boulevard Estate Ibeju-Lekki
- Diamond Estate, Eputu Awoyaya
- Dominion Garden & Parks Annes
- Dominion Onward Estate
- Ebenezer Estate, Igbo-Ifon
- Elnick Tourist
- Grace Estate
- Evergreen Estate
- Experience Peace
- Floodgate Gardens Estate
- Folkalaus Estate Phase I
- Folkalaus Estate Phase II
- Foresight Estate Ibeju-Lekki
- Fresh and Rest (Stallion Garden)
- Gracias Global Estate
- Havilah County Estate
- Hectares of Diamond Sangotedo
- Hectares of Diamond Phase II
- Ikoyi Adams Estate
- Imperial Garden Estate
- Jenesis Colony (Lekki Garden City)
- Jenesis Colony (Peace Estate)
- Jewel Estate
- Legacy Gardens
- Lekki County Homes Ikota
- Lekki Diamond Estate Phase II
- Lekki Palms Estate
- Lekki Villas 1 & 2 Bogije
- Liberty Park 1
- Liberty Park 2
- Living- spring Citi 3
- Livingstone Estate Digboloye, Ibeju
- Livingstone Estate Orofun, Ibeju
- Livingstone Estate Tagbati Ibeju
- Natives Villa Estate
- Next Ville Garden Estate
- Oakwood Garden Park Phase II
- Oakwood Garden Park Phase 2&3
- Oakwood Garden Park Phase 3
- Open Heaven Estate (Folkland Estate)
- Open Heaven Estate Phase 2
- Orange Pavilion
- Orangeville Estate
- Orisun Estate Okun-Folu
- Pacific Homes Ikegun-Ise
- Paradise Gardens Phase I
- Pen Gardens Estate Phase I
- Perez Gardens Estate
- PHPAC Estate
- Portview Estate
- Prime Water View Garden Ikate Elegushi
- Regent Park Garden Estate Phase I
- Regent Park Garden Estate Phase II
- Rehoboth Parks and Gardens Olomowewe Ibeju-Lekki
- Rehoboth Parks Otolu village
- Richwood Gardens Otolu village
- Rosewoods Parks Phase II
- Royal Palm Villa Igbo-efon
- Royal Posch
- Royal View Estate, Ikota
- Safari Gardens Phase I
- T.P. Voponu Integrated Estate
- Tehila Gardens Phase I
- The Bridge Estate Ibeju-Lekki
- The Ebenezer Okun
- Towns Parks and Gardens
- Victory Park Estate, Ibeju Lekki LGA
- Victory Garden Estate, Ibeju Lekki LGA
- Walton Gate, Lakowe, Ibeju Lekki LGA
- Wealthlands Green Estates, Awoyaya, Ibeju Lekki LGA
- West Point Garden Phase IV, Ibeju Lekki LGA
- Westwood Park Estate, Phase 11, Sangotedo Eti-Osa LGA
- Flourish Residence, Sangotedo, Eti-Osa LGA
- Westwood Park Estate, Sangotedo Eti-Osa LGA
- Living Spring Estate Estate, Lafiaji, Eti-Osa LGA
- Stonehelge Estate, Lafiaji Eti-Osa LGA
- Southern Green Estate, Lafiaji Eti-Osa LGA
- Highlink Royal Estate, Harris Drive, Sapata Eti-Osa LGA
- Sunrise Court – 3, Harris Drive, Sapata Eti-Osa LGA
- Crystal Estate – Off Harris Drive, Sapata Eti-Osa LGA
- Spring Garden Estate – Phase 3, Harris Drive, Sapata Eti-Osa LGA
- Horizon Estate, Harris Drive, Sapata Eti-Osa LGA
- Melrose Park Estate – Harris Drive, Sapata Eti-Osa LGA
- Victoria Crest Ill – Harris Drive, Sapata Eti-Osa LGA
- Atlantic Ville Estate – Harris Drive, Sapata Eti-Osa LGA
- Pacific Abode – Adekunle Idowu Close, Sapata Eti-Osa LGA
- Royal View Estate – Ikota, Off Lekki Epe Expressway Eti-Osa LGA
- Tulip Heaven Estate – Along Chevron ALT Route, Lekki, Eti-Osa LGA
- Woodland Estate – Ikate, Eti-Osa
- Stillwaters Garden – Along Ikate, Eti-Osa LGA.
- Discovery Park Estate – Olugborogan Village Excision, Eti Osa LGA.
- West Bridge Estate – Olugborogan Village Excision, Eti Osa LGA.
- The Developer – Within DPK Estate, along Road 3, DPK Estate, Eti Osa LGA
- Bricks and Brain – Within DPK Estate, along Road 3, DPK Estate, Eti Osa LGA
- Lakeview Estate – Along Orchid Road, Eti Osa LGA
- Hepli Royal Castle, Harris Drive, Sapata, Eti Osa LGA
- Jennifer Garden, Phase 1 & 11, Eleko Junction, Eti Osa LGA
- Isimi Eko, Epe
- Pacific Abode Off Adekunle Idowu Close, Beside VGC Lekki Epe
- Whiteoak Estate 2, Off Adekunle Idowu Close, Beside VGC Lekki Epe
- Victoria Nest Lii Estate, Off Adekunle Idowu Close, Beside VGC Lekki Epe
- HRC Estate, Opposite Regional Road, Lekki Epe.
- Meirose Park Estate, Opposite Regional Road, Lekki Epe.
- Princestone View Estate, By Harris Drive Off Regional Road, Lekki Epe
- Bosmak Haven 1,2,4 & 5, By Harris Drive, Off Regional Road, Lekki Epe
- Flourence court Estate, By Harris Drive, Off Regional Road, Lekki Epe
- Crystal Estate Phase 2,3 &4, By Harris Drive, Off Regional Road, Lekki Epe
- Carries Court Estate, By Harris Drive, Off Regional Road, Lekki Epe
- Briandavis Terrace Estate, Along Kid Court Street, Lekki Epe
- Harvey Gardens Estate, Along Kid Court Street, Lekki Epe
- Micrian Villa Estate 1, Along Kid Court Street, Lekki Epe
- John Great Court Estate, Along Kid Court Street, Lekki Epe
- Twentieth Kid Estate, Along Kid Court Street, Lekki Epe
- Marigold Ville Estatez, Along Kid Court Street, Lekki Epe
- Sapphire Estate, Along Lekki Epe Expressway, Awoyaya, Ibeju Lekki LGA
- Meridian Park Estate, Along Lekki Epe Expressway, Awoyaya, Ibeju Lekki LGA
- Green Park Estate, Off Lekki Epe Expressway, Oribanwa, Ibeju Lekki LGA
- Regent Park Estate, Awoyaya, Ibeju Lekki LGA
- Wetland Estate, Oribanwa Phase 2, Awoyaya, Ibeju Lekki LGA
- Mercyland Delight Estate, Oribanwa Phase 2, Awoyaya, Ibeju Lekki LGA
- Peakpark Estate, Oribanwa Phase 2, Awoyaya, Ibeju Lekki LGA
- Foreland Court Estate 2, Oribanwa Phase 2, Awoyaya, Ibeju Lekki LGA
- Aswanda Estate, Maiden Village, Oribanwa, Ibeju Lekki LGA
- Efficacy Estate, Beside FTC Yaba Staff Housing Estate, Oribanwa, Ibeju Lekki
- FTC Yaba Staff Housing Estate, Off Lekki Epe Expressway, Oribanwa, Ibeju
- Oakwood Garden Estate Lakowe, Ibeju Lekki LGA
- Itunu Hills Estate, Along Lekki Epe Expressway, Alahun Village, Ibeju-Lekki LGA
- Richland Garden Estate, Along Lekki Epe Expressway, Alahun Village, Ibeju-Lekki LGA
- LNT New Town, Lakowe Golf Road, Lakowe, Ibeju Lekki LGA
- Beechwood Estate, Along Lekki Epe Expressway, Bogije Ibeju Lekki LGA
- Advania Estate, Along Lekki Epe Expressway, Lakowe, Ibeju Lekki LGA
- Oxygen Estate, Off Lekki Epe Expressway, Aiyeteju Ibeju Lekki LGA
- Greenville Estate, Along Lekki Epe Expressway, Atunrase, Eleko Ibeju Lekki
- Delight Joe Bass Estate, Along Lekki Epe Expressway, Ibeju Lekki LGA
- Capital Garden Estate, Along Lekki Epe Expressway, Eleko, Ibeju Lekki LGA
- Morganite Estate, Along Lekki Epe Expressway, Eleko, Ibeju Lekki LGA
- The Marbella Luxury And Smart Estate, Along Lekki Epe Expressway, Eleko, Ibeju Lekki LGA
- Carlton Commercial, Along Ketu-Itoikin Road, Epe, Lagos, Epe LGA
- Lekki Palacio Garden, Along Lekki Epe Expressway, Ibeju Lekki LGA
- Dominion City Phase 1, Along Epe Ikorodu Road Epe, Lagos, Epe LGA
- Dukia Africa 1&2, Off Epe-Ikorodu Road, Epe, Lagos, Epe LGA
- White and Lilac, Off Epe-Ikorodu Road, Igbodu Epe Lagos
- Lavida Estate Phase 1&2, Igbodu Road, Off Epe-Ikorodu Road
- Royal Palm Villa, Lekki-Epe Expressway, Ibeju Lekki, Lagos
- Xtate, Igbodu Road, Off Epe-Ikorodu Road Epe LGA
- Patroit Bay Estate, Along Epe-Ikorodu Road Epe, Lagos State, Epe LGA
- Grand Harbor Estate, Along Ketu-Omu Road, Epe Lagos, Epe LGA
- Land of Plenty Estate (LOP), Along Ketu-Omu, Epe Lagos, Epe LGA
- Green City, Along Ketu-Omu, Epe Road, Epe LGA
- Yomade Heritage, Along Ketu-Omu, Epe Road, Epe LGA
- Coral City, Along Ketu-Omu, Epe Road, Epe LGA
- Megalopolis, Along Ketu-Omu, Epe Road, Epe LGA
- Lake View Park And Resort, Off Epe-Itoikin Road, Epe LGA
- Demagnificient Waterfront Estate, Off Epe-Itoikin Road, Epe LGA
Regulation Tightens Around Real Estate
As the real estate market in Lagos continues to expand, the government appears committed to enforcing legal compliance and consumer protection. The message is clear: No estate is above the law, not even those as visible as Adron Homes.
