Lange and Grant Pushes for Low-Cost Housing in Nigeria
Babatunde Okoya, founder and CEO of Lange and Grant Commodities Limited, an integrated manufacturing and project development company, has announced a strategic focus on industrializing construction and advancing modularity in Nigeria's real estate sector. The initiative aims to bring an industrial approach to the building sector, directly addressing the country's growing housing deficit by reducing construction costs and timelines without compromising quality.
The company combines advanced manufacturing technology with certified materials to produce durable, energy-efficient, and cost-effective products that support infrastructure and housing development across Nigeria. Okoya stated, "Manufacturing in Nigeria has declined over the years, but the opportunity to rebuild it through industrialized construction is here. At Lange and Grant, our vision is to make low-cost, high-quality housing accessible to all Nigerians by shifting from slow, site-based building to scalable, factory-driven modular systems."
Okoya, former Managing Director of Eleganza Industries Limited and a business executive with over 20 years of experience, founded Lange and Grant in 2004. The company operates an integrated facility with a yearly production capacity exceeding 1 million square meters. Its product portfolio is designed to support faster, more efficient, and cost-effective construction, including:
- Insulated Sandwich Panels: High-performance panels for thermal insulation, soundproofing, and energy efficiency in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
- Insulated Roofing Sheets: Durable, weather-resistant roofing for factories, warehouses, offices, and housing projects.
- Fiber Cement Products: Durable, fire-resistant wall systems for modern architectural applications.
- Portacabins and Prefabricated Buildings: Rapid-install structures for housing, offices, classrooms, and site operations.
- Light Gauge Steel Systems: Lightweight, durable structural systems that enable faster assembly and lower material waste.
These solutions allow developers and government partners to reduce build times by up to 60% and cut lifecycle costs through improved energy efficiency. The benefits of polyurethane insulated sandwich panels include reduced emissions and protection from extreme heat due to global warming.
Key Advantages of Polyurethane Panels
- Low Lifetime Carbon Footprint: Modern polyurethane production utilizes zero-ODP (Ozone Depletion Potential) and low-GWP (Global Warming Potential) blowing agents.
- Ultimate Shield Against Extreme Heat: Polyurethane panels stop outdoor heat from penetrating the building envelope, keeping indoor climate stable and cool even during heatwaves.
- Energy Efficiency: Outstanding thermal resistance (high R-value) with minimal thickness, drastically reducing HVAC energy consumption and costs.
- High Structural Strength and Lightweight: Despite being light, sandwich panels have a high strength-to-weight ratio, requiring less heavy support framework and lowering structural steel and foundation costs.
- Rapid and Easy Installation: Panels are engineered for fast-track building, saving time and money on construction sites.
- Waste Reduction: Manufactured to precise specifications in a factory setting, significantly reducing material waste at the building site.
- Airtight and Moisture Resistant: The panel system creates an airtight envelope, eliminating thermal bridging and drafts, and acts as a barrier against water vapor, preventing mold and structural degradation.
- Durability and Low Maintenance: Built to last for decades, the outer metal skins are treated with anti-corrosive coatings that protect against harsh weather, UV rays, and chemical exposure, requiring only periodic washing.
Okoya concluded, "With Lange and Grant, you have the solution to modern-day construction challenges that demand speed, durability, and structural excellence. We build faster and smarter."
