Leading Excellence in Real Estate
About TONMAG
The TONMAG Way
Established in 2017, TONMAG is at the forefront of disruption in the real estate industry, shaping new lifestyles with a focus on the integration of revolutionary technology into residential and commercial real estate using sustainable methods.
TONMAG's leadership team is composed of the industry's highly experienced leaders with a passion for unswerving excellence. As we continue to grow our vision of becoming the leading real estate developer in Africa, the guarantee of integrity, professionalism and reliability remains equal to the best obtainable anywhere in the world.
Our Mission
Constantly transforms urban living in Africa, blending innovative design with advanced technology, while steadfastly prioritising quality, sustainability, and visionary real estate solutions.
Our Vision
Become the gold-standard in next-generation living across Africa. We envision a future where every TONMAG residence defines the benchmark for luxury, technology, and sustainability, offering homeowners the pinnacle of modern living.
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The Core Team
Meet the Minds Behind TONMAG
Chairman/Chief Executive Officer
Umar Abdullahi, OFR.
The TONMAG founder, Umar comes with over 2 decades varied experience in Real estate, infrastructure and technology. Notably, Umar served as the pioneer Managing Director of Brains & Hammers Ltd. for 8 years.
He directed the foundations for the company's success; and spearheaded the conceptualization, development, construction, and management of a myriad of housing estates and gated communities. He is specially adept at managing complex projects and diverse teams.
Umar also brings extensive experience from his corporate banking background as well as expertise in negotiations with a commitment to compliance with corporate governance and fiscal discipline. An astute leader whose vision is achieving TONMAG strategic business goals.
His variegated International Executive Leadership training programs equip him for his new role to steer the company to achieve its long-term vision.
Umar is a graduate of Bayero University, Kano and an alumnus of Cranfield University, UK and attends the Harvard Business School Executive Programs.
Chief Operating Officer
Elizabeth Taylor
Liz, an Arch Bishop Tutu Fellow of the African Leadership Institute is a business strategist with proven strength tactically executing strategy and delivering on organizational goals. She believes in the combined role of people driven tactics and systems in delivering excellence to all stakeholders.
After a multidisciplinary role spanning nearly 16 years, Liz knows what truly drives business process, customer engagement, and strategy. Her strengths include knowledge management, business management, people management, customer relationship management and more.
Liz is an accomplished people developer and trainer with a unique method for creating high performing teams. She is an alumnus of the Said Business School Leadership program (with African Leadership Institute) and Wharton Business School Real Estate program on Housing Finance & Securitization.
In addition to her extensive multidisciplinary experience, Liz is also a certified customer service strategist and coach; she is also a published author.
Liz is a Business Administration graduate of University of Abuja, with an MSc in Knowledge Management from the Aberdeen Business School.
Chief Technical Officer
Engr. Baba Kalli
A graduate of Civil and Water Resources Engineering from the University of Maiduguri, Engr. B. Kalli brings over 20 years of experience in the construction and real estate industry. His expertise spans project management, infrastructure development, and technical oversight of large-scale residential and commercial projects.
Our Core Values
Quality Construction
We build with the highest standards of quality and durability
Customer Focus
Your satisfaction is our top priority in every project
Sustainability
Eco-friendly designs that respect the environment
Excellence
Award-winning designs and innovative solutions