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Samuel Ekpe Adamu

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Samuel Ekpe Adamu
Samuel Ekpe Adamu Portrait
Born
Samuel Ekpe Adamu

(1989-12-13) 13 December 1989 (age 35)
NationalityNigerian
Alma mater
  • Army Children School
  • Lucy Memorial Nursery and Primary School
  • Government College, Suleja
  • Talent International College in Kaduna
Occupations
Websitehttps://www.samuelekpeadamu.com

Samuel Ekpe Adamu (born 13 December 1989) is a Nigerian businessman, banker, and real estate developer known for his contributions to the housing sector in Nigeria.

Early life and education

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Samuel Ekpe Adamu was born in Kaduna, Kaduna State, Nigeria,[1][2] and was raised in a family of eight children.[1] His family hails from Benin City, Edo State. In 2000, his family was displaced due to the Sharia crisis,[3][4][5][6] leading to their temporary relocation to a military barracks before eventually returning to their ancestral village.[2]

Adamu began his education at Army Children School in Kaduna.[1][2][3] Due to regional unrest, his family moved to Abuja, where he continued his studies at Lucy Memorial Nursery and Primary School.[1] For secondary education, he attended Model Government College in Suleja before completing his West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WAEC) at Talent International College in Kaduna.[1]

Career

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Adamu started his professional journey in the banking sector,[7] where he developed financial expertise that later guided his transition into real estate.[7][8] His initial involvement in the construction industry included working as a mason and selling building materials such as sand and stones. In addition to his business endeavors, he briefly pursued a career in music, which ended in 2007 following an incident during his first major performance. Encouraged by his father, he shifted his focus towards education and professional growth.[4] As a real estate developer, Adamu has concentrated on creating secure and legally compliant housing projects. His work aims to provide stable residential environments, inspired by his personal experiences with displacement.[4]

Philanthropy

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Adamu has been actively engaged in philanthropic initiatives, particularly in education and community development. His notable contributions include:

  • Community Housing Initiative': A program aimed at providing affordable housing for displaced families.[8][9]
  • Educational Support Program: A scholarship initiative designed to assist underprivileged students in accessing quality education.[8][9]

References

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  1. ^ a b c d e NewsWireNGR (17 February 2025). "Samuel Ekpe Adamu: A Story of Resilience, Education, and Family Values". NewsWireNGR. Retrieved 28 February 2025.
  2. ^ a b c Okogba, Emmanuel (30 November 2024). "My life experiences shaped my vision for safe, secure housing - Developer, Samuel Adamu". Vanguard News. Retrieved 28 February 2025.
  3. ^ a b "My father's values motivated me to prioritize academic excellence - Entrepreneur". Daily Trust. 25 December 2024. Retrieved 28 February 2025.
  4. ^ a b c Nigeria, Guardian (6 December 2024). "My father's values motivated me to prioritise academic excellence - Samuel Ekpe". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 28 February 2025.
  5. ^ "More Than 100 Reported Killed As Riots Spread Across Nigeria". PBS News. 22 November 2002. Retrieved 28 February 2025.
  6. ^ Canada, Immigration and Refugee Board of (18 August 2000). "Riots in Kaduna Nigeria in January or March of 2000 and government action and reaction to the rioting [NGA35264.E]". www.ecoi.net. Retrieved 28 February 2025.
  7. ^ a b ""Building Dreams: How My Banking Background Transformed My Real Estate Career – Samuel Ekpe" – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 28 February 2025.
  8. ^ a b c NewsWireNGR (21 February 2024). "The Real Estate Titan Redefining Success Through Impact". NewsWireNGR. Retrieved 28 February 2025.
  9. ^ a b NewsWireNGR (28 February 2023). "The Businessman Championing Philanthropy and Education". NewsWireNGR. Retrieved 28 February 2025.