Oleka Udenze: A Lawyer, Realtor, and Entrepreneur Redefining Real Estate in Nigeria

In a nation teeming with challenges in housing and unemployment, Oleka Udenze, a lawyer, realtor, and entrepreneur has emerged as a beacon of hope and innovation.

As the founder of Pinnacle Prime Estates Limited, Udenze is on a mission to address Nigeria’s housing deficit while fostering a culture of real estate investment among the country’s youth.

Udenze hails from Enugu, Nigeria, where he was raised by parents deeply entrenched in the world of real estate.

This upbringing laid the foundation for his journey into the realm of properties and investments.

His academic pursuits led him to the University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus, where he obtained his LL.B Degree in Public and Private Law in 2016, followed by a successful stint at the Nigerian Law School, Augustine Nnamani Campus, Enugu, in 2017.

Udenze’s journey in the real estate sector began as a broker, inspired by witnessing his parents’ capital gains from their property investments.

His first client? His mother. With the support of his family and the determination to pave his way, he established the Distress Trading Centre. This groundbreaking firm specialises in acquiring, selling, and brokering distressed assets and became the first of its kind in sub-Saharan Africa.

Driven by an unyielding entrepreneurial spirit, Oleka transitioned from brokerage to property development.

He founded Polo Residences, a real estate development company with an impressive portfolio of four projects in Lekki, Lagos.

His journey eventually led to the creation of Pinnacle Prime Estates Limited in 2023, a company dedicated to establishing eco-friendly and smart estates across Nigeria.

Every success story is punctuated by challenges, and Oleka’s path was no exception. The hurdles included securing funding and assembling the right team.

However, his unwavering determination and creative problem-solving have allowed him to surmount these obstacles, with a promising horizon ahead.

Udenze’s journey serves as an inspiring tale for aspiring professionals in the field. His advice is simple yet profound: “Embrace God, ingenuity, and hard work while bracing up for the challenges that you’ll meet ahead, but you must remain unwavering.”

His motto, “With God, all things are possible,” reflects his faith, resilience, and remarkable achievements. Udenze is indeed a testament to the boundless possibilities when vision meets unwavering determination.

As he continues to reshape the real estate landscape in Nigeria, Udenze’s story inspires, motivates, and underscores the transformative power of entrepreneurship and dedication.

His vision for Pinnacle Prime Estates Limited stands as a testament to what a single individual can achieve with determination, innovation, and a commitment to making a difference.

Udenze encapsulates this journey perfectly: “That will be founding Distress Trading Centre in 2020 with nothing but an idea. No money, no single support. In less than three years concluded transaction volumes over $30 million.”