53 GROUP.

A multi-platform group of companies built around lifestyle and community.

Founded in Lagos - May 2020

What We Are

Events.
Food.
Nightlife.
Community.

53 Group is not one thing. It is a portfolio of brands built to serve different parts of Lagos life - each one independent, each one connected.

We build things that last. We build them in Lagos.

Our Story

The Portfolio

Events / 53 Collective

Lagos's premier annual grassroots 7-a-side football tournament. Four editions. Thousands of attendees. Touchline V is next.

Visit Touchline

Food & Catering

Event catering, corporate lunches, private dining, and pop-ups. Real food, no shortcuts. Serving Lagos since 2020.

Visit DaChef

Nightlife & Lifestyle Events

Curated nightlife experiences for Lagos. First event: December 2026 at Lagos Motor Boat Club. 21+ only.

Visit Club 53

Youth Development

Community outreach and youth development in Lagos.

Coming Soon

The Founder

53 Group is the project of Damilola Atere - founder, investment professional, and someone who wanted to build something real in Lagos.

Meet Dami