Founder · Group Chief Executive Officer
David
Iji.
Founder & Group Chief Executive Officer, Carter Group
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Building enduring value through relationships, disciplined execution and a clear understanding of real estate.
The founder
A career built
from first principles.
David Iji is a Nigerian real-estate entrepreneur, developer, investor and business leader with nearly two decades of experience across property acquisition, development, portfolio management and strategic investment.
He began his real-estate career in 2008 as an estate agent, sourcing properties for rentals and sales. From modest beginnings—including a period operating without a formal office from under a tree opposite the then McLewis Plaza on Blantyre Street, Wuse 2—he built his career through persistence, relationships and a deep understanding of the property market.
Raised in a moderate home by civil-servant parents, David’s journey has been defined by resilience, enterprise and a belief that long-term value is built by consistently earning trust.
Entrepreneurial journey
Experience shaped
through execution.
From agency and portfolio management to acquisitions, development and group leadership, every chapter has expanded the platform from which Carter creates value.
2008
The beginning
Entered real estate as an estate agent, sourcing residential properties for rentals and sales and developing an early understanding of client needs and market relationships.
2013
Diddyz Haven
Established Diddyz Haven, marking a transition from brokerage into property acquisition and resale for clients. Between 2012 and 2017, he also managed property portfolios and strengthened his experience in client asset management.
2016
Development leadership
Initiated and developed Bayou Court, an eight-unit terrace development in Gwarimpa, and originated the Bayou Court Estate name in Abuja.
2022
The Carter platform
Established Carter as the next stage in the evolution of his business—a broader platform spanning real estate, private-client services, lifestyle, development and strategic investment opportunities.
Education
Knowledge supporting experience.
David holds a Higher National Diploma (HND) and a Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Corporate Law Management from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.
Professional recognition
Enterprise with wider impact.
He is an Honorary Doctor of the Chartered Institute of Public Resources Management and Politics, Ghana, recognising his contributions to entrepreneurship, leadership and enterprise development.
The Carter vision
One group.
Three expressions.
David’s vision brings together complementary platforms designed to serve clients, originate opportunities and create lasting real-estate assets.
Carter Realtors Group
The umbrella platform for real estate and lifestyle, connecting the wider Carter business direction.
Carter Exclusive
Ultra-luxury private-client real estate and lifestyle, centred on discretion, access and trusted representation.
Carter Developments
Property development, investment and strategic opportunities focused on long-term asset creation.
Leadership philosophy
Resilience.
Relationships.
Lasting value.
“Our ambition is not simply to participate in the market, but to build the relationships, judgement and assets that endure beyond it.”Discover Carter Group ↗