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Minister Federal Ministry Of Housing And Urban Development Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa.

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Mar

2026

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Housing Ministry Honours Outstanding Staff at 2025 Ministerial Awards Ceremony

The Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development has held its 2025 Ministerial Rewards and Recognition Award Ceremony, reaffirming its commitment to promoting excellence, integrity, and outstanding service delivery within the Civil Service.

The colourful ceremony, which took place at the Ministry’s Headquarters in Abuja, brought together top management staff, directors, and employees to celebrate eleven exceptional officers whose dedication, professionalism, and performance distinguished them among their peers.

The Honourable Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, stated that the initiative aligns with the directive of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation to institutionalize a culture of merit-based recognition, productivity, and excellence across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies.

The Minister expressed deep appreciation to the Award Selection Committee for their diligence and transparency in the screening process, noting that their efforts ensured that only truly deserving staff were honoured.

“This occasion is one of the proud moments for the Ministry. I am particularly pleased with the spread of award categories and the quality of awardees selected from across various departments,” he said.

Arc. Dangiwa further emphasized the importance of mentorship in the service, urging Directors and senior officers to deliberately groom and guide younger officers before exiting the system. According to him, sustained mentorship is critical to preserving institutional knowledge and strengthening the future of the Civil Service.

In his opening remarks, the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Shuaib Belgore, described the awards ceremony as a strategic initiative to motivate staff, encourage healthy competition, and reinforce a culture of excellence and accountability.

He noted that the Ministry’s performance at previous national Civil Service Awards, where some staff emerged winners, has further inspired the drive to achieve greater recognition at the national level.

“Our goal this year is not only to participate but to excel by winning multiple awards, including the overall best in the Civil Service category, which comes with significant incentives such as houses, vehicles, and computers,” he stated.

Dr. Belgore explained that while many officers are deserving of recognition, the awardees represent the peak of performance, having emerged through a rigorous and merit-driven selection process. He added that the Ministry has institutionalized a robust recognition system, including monthly staff awards and departmental “Staff of the Month” displays, culminating in the selection of overall best performers.

“Those honoured today have demonstrated consistent excellence and have earned their recognition through hard work and commitment to duty,” he added.

Earlier in his welcome address, the Director of the Special Projects Unit, Mr. Olatunde Ajayi, described the ceremony as a platform to celebrate excellence and inspire others to strive for higher standards of service delivery.

He assured that the selection process adopted by the Ministerial Awards Selection Committee was thorough, transparent, and strictly guided by Federal Public Service policies and guidelines. According to him, the criteria focused on measurable performance, accountability, commitment to service delivery, and continuous improvement.

The 2025 Ministerial Rewards and Recognition Award Ceremony underscores the Ministry’s unwavering commitment to building a motivated workforce driven by excellence, professionalism, and dedication to national development.

May

2025

Housing Minister, EFCC Chairman Inspect Recovered 753-Unit Housing Estate from Former CBN Governor Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Dangiwa, alongside the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Olanipekun Olukoyede, today led a joint team on a physical site inspection of a confiscated housing estate comprising 753 housing units. The estate, previously linked to former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Mr. Godwin Emefiele, was recovered by the EFCC and officially handed over to the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development following a directive by His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. During the inspection, Arc. Dangiwa announced that the Ministry would immediately commence its technical assessments by conducting integrity tests on the buildings. Upon successful evaluation, the structures will be completed and made available for sale to Nigerians through the Renewed Hope Portal, which is already operational. The Minister emphasized the Federal Government’s commitment to transparency and accountability, calling on public office holders to steer clear of corrupt practices. "The government of the day is serious about fighting corruption," he stated, while commending the EFCC and its leadership for what he described as a landmark recovery—one of the most significant in the nation’s history within such a short span of time. Arc. Dangiwa also urged Nigerians to maintain trust in the EFCC and support its efforts toward achieving more recoveries for the benefit of the public. Speaking at the event, EFCC Chairman Olanipekun Olukoyede clarified that what Nigerians had previously seen on television was merely an aerial view of the estate. “The essence of this visit is to show that it is real,” he said, underscoring the transparency and accountability that guide the commission’s actions. The site visit marks a pivotal step in integrating the recovered estate into the Federal Government’s National Social Housing Programme, aligning with President Tinubu’s vision of affordable housing and good governance. ...

May

2025

Housing Ministry Takes Delivery of Recovered Housing Estate of Former CBN Governor From EFCC •⁠ ⁠Ministry will offer the units for sale to the public and for special government needs - Dangiwa •⁠ We will monitor the completion and transparent disposal of the properties - EFCC Chairman Ministry of Housing and Urban Development has taken delivery of the 753 Housing Units Abuja housing estate of former Central Bank Governor, Godwin Emefiele recovered by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The Executive Chairman of EFCC, Mr. Olanipekun Olukoyede handed over the housing estate to the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc Ahmed Dangiwa at the Ministry’s headquarters, Mabushi, Tuesday, 20th May, 2025 Minister, Dangiwa commended the leadership of EFCC under Mr. Olanipekun Olukoyede for the sustained efforts in the fight against corruption and the recovery of public assets. " This marks a significant milestone in our collective determination to ensure that recovered assets are put to productive use in ways that directly benefit the Nigerian people. The housing estate recovered from the former Governor of the Central Bank is a case in point" he stated Accordingly, Dangiwa informed that, following the formal handover of the estate by the EFCC, the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development will conduct a joint familiarization tour of the facility alongside efcc team to properly assess it's state. " We intend to carry out thorough integrity and structural assessments on all buildings and associated infrastructure to confirm their safety and suitability for habitation" the minister stated He further explained that, a comprehensive technical evaluation will be undertaken to determine the cost of completing all outstanding infrastructure and ancillary facilities, including perimeter fencing, internal roads, drainage systems, a police post, shopping areas, recreational centers, and other essential amenities. " The Ministry will offer the units for sale both to the public and for special government needs. For the public sale component, we will adopt a transparent and competitive process. This will include nationwide advertisement and the use of the Renewed Hope Portal where interested Nigerians can submit their Expressions of Interest" he remarked Dangiwa also stated "We are committed to making this a model of accountability and public benefit, and we look forward to working closely with the Commission to bring this effort to a successful conclusion" In his presentation remarks, the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Mr. Olanipekun Olukoyede stated that the handing over of the forfeited properties was a demonstration of the impact of the fight against financial crimes and corruption in Nigeria as pronounced in the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. He recalled an investigation into the property which started last year, leading to a civil forfeiture of the asset due to the belief that no one could have owned it legitimately. He also emphasized on the need for accountability and transparency in managing forfeited assets, informing of the directive from President Bola Tinubu to hand over the asset to the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development for completion. “It is important for us to demonstrate to Nigerians that whatever proceed of crime that we had recovered in the course of our work, the application of that will be made transparent to Nigerians so that we will not allow looted assets to be looted again”, he said. The EFCC Chairman informed that the Estate contained hundreds of apartment on parcel of land measuring 150,462.86 square meters and located at plot 109, cadastral zone, co9, Lokogoma district, Abuja. Accordingly, he informed that the Commission would monitor the project completion by the Ministry for periodic reports and feedback to the President. Mr. Olukoyede thanked President Tinubu for creating a conducive environment for the fight against corruption to thrive in Nigeria, as well as the judiciary for standing by the fight, ensuring that people don't get away with process of crime in Nigeria. Highlight of the meeting was an official handover of document of the forfeited asset to the Honourable Minister of Housing and Urban Development by the chairman of the EFCC. ...

May

2025

Minister Atah Salutes Valuers on International Estate Valuation Day Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, Rt. Hon. Abdullahi Yusuf Atah, has extended warm felicitations to estate surveyors and valuers across the country as they commemorate International Estate Valuation Day. Addressing the members of the Nigerian Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers at the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development (FMHUD) headquarters, the Minister praised the critical contributions of valuation professionals to Nigeria’s real estate and economic landscape. Minister Atah emphasized the pivotal role of estate valuers in promoting sustainable urban development. He acknowledged their expertise in property assessment, investment evaluation, and guiding economic policy through accurate asset valuation. The event was marked by a vibrant atmosphere, as participants donned branded green golf shirts and caps bearing the celebration’s logo, symbolizing unity and pride in the profession. Minister Atah urged valuers to remain committed to professionalism and innovation, underscoring the government’s readiness to collaborate with stakeholders in the real estate sector to achieve national housing and development objectives. This year’s celebration, themed “Transform, Invest, Thrive: Optimizing Real Estate Asset Finance and Taxation,” includes a week-long conference aimed at enhancing the skills and proficiency of estate valuers. The programme focuses on refreshing practitioners on the evolving role of valuation in diverse sectors, from financial planning to real estate investment and taxation. International Estate Valuation Day, especially significant to members of the Nigerian Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers (NIESV), highlights the indispensable role of valuers in driving economic stability through precise property assessments. The day also serves as a platform for public advocacy, educating citizens on the professional and statutory responsibilities of estate valuers in national development. Earlier in the celebration, ESV Rashidat Folake Odusiga, Chairman of NIESV’s Abuja branch, led a sensitization tour across the Federal Capital Territory. She noted the impressive turnout and professionalism displayed by members, stressing the importance of public awareness on the value and impact of accurate property valuation. ...

SPEECHES

Nov

2023

SPEECH BY THE DIRECTOR, PLANNING, RESEARCH AND STATISTICS, FEDERAL MINSTRY OF WORKS AND HOUSING, MR. KOLAPO RAHEEM, AT THE TECHNICAL SESSION OF THE 12TH MEETING OF THE NATIONAL COUNCIL ON LANDS, HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, HELD AT UMARU MUSA YAR’DUA CONFERENCE CENTRE, KADUNA, KADUNA STATE FROM MONDAY, 13TH TO FRIDAY, 17TH NOVEMBER, 2023

PROTOCOLS

It is my pleasure to welcome you to the 12th Meeting of the National Council on Lands, Housing and Urban Development holding in Kaduna, Kaduna State with the theme, “Harnessing Local and International Credit Scheme as a Panacea for Housing Infrastructure Development under the Renewed Hope Mantra.”

2. The theme of this year’s Meeting, no doubt was chosen in consideration of the dire need to galvanize domestic and foreign fund towards meeting the nation’s Housing challenges and enhancement of the country’s overall economic growth and development.

3. As you are aware, the Council Meeting commences with a 2- day Technical Session of the Directors, Heads of Agencies and Professional Bodies in the built industry, where memoranda submitted by stakeholders are summarized for consideration by the Permanent Secretaries on the 3rd day being 15th November, 2023. The Permanent Secretaries’ summations are thereafter presented to the main Council at its meeting on Thursday, 16th November, 2023 for final consideration and approval.

4. Distinguished delegates and officials, in the spirit of the present Administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda on all sectors of the economy, an in particular the Housing and Urban Development sub sectors, I urge you to explicate your professionalism in the course of deliberations to guide policy formulation that will facilitate affordable housing delivery for all.

5. Finally, I wish to express my appreciations to the Governor of Kaduna State, His Excellency, Senator Uba Sani for the support of Kaduna State Government, the Honourable Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Architect Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, Honourable Minister of State for Housing, Engr. Abdullahi T. Gwarzo, Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Works and Housing, Alh. M. Mamman, for providing the enabling environment for the success of this meeting. I also express my gratitude to all Directors, Kaduna State Local Organising Committee and the entire Staff of the Ministry whose collective efforts have made this meeting possible.

6. Once again, I welcome you all and wish you fruitful deliberations.

7. Thank you.

Nov

2023

WELCOME ADDRESS BY THE HON. MINISTER OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, ARC. AHMED DANGIWA, DURING A MEETING WITH THE PRESIDENTIAL TECHNICAL COMMITTEE ON LAND REFORMS AT THE MINISTRY’S HEAD OFFICE IN ABUJA ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Protocols:
1.   It is my pleasure to welcome the Chairman of the Presidential Technical Committee on Land Reform, Prof. Peter O. Adeniyi, and other distinguished members of the Committee to this very important meeting.
2.   We initiated the engagement with the Presidential Technical Committee on Land Reforms that has led to today’s meeting as part of our stakeholder engagements towards ensuring that we avail ourselves of all relevant knowledge, resources, and inputs from efforts made by previous governments over time to fix the challenges with land administration in our country.
3.   This is because we acknowledge that past governments set up teams, committees, and working groups and land administration comprising industry experts and stakeholders. These have produced several blueprints for solving this problem, with the only thing lacking being the political will to get the job done, by following through and implementing the recommendations.
4.   Under the leadership of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, we now have that political will, and at the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, we are committed to ensuring that we use it optimally to break the jinx of land administration in our country.
5.   As you are all aware, the review of the Land Use Act 1973 is a top priority under the Renewed Hope Agenda of Mr. President for Housing and Urban Development. This is because land is the foundation of the housing delivery process, requiring governing laws that ensure its availability, accessibility, efficient use, transferability, and convertibility.
6.   Currently, key Statistics on Nigeria’s Land Administration show that:
a.   Nigeria ranks 186th out of 190 countries on the World Bank Ease of Doing Business index in terms of ease of registering properties.
b.   The land administration system across several metrics includes an average of 12 procedures and 92 days to register landed properties, costing up to 11% of the property value.
c.   Nigeria has a score of 8 out of 30 in terms of the quality of land administration. About 97% of land is unregistered but traded regularly.
d.   According to PWC, Nigeria has $300bn in dead capital. This means that streamlining land administration will unlock the potential of land as an economic resource and a catalyst for economic growth, helping to lift millions of Nigerians out of poverty.
7.   We understand and believe that your Committee has done extensive work on the review of the Land Use Act and come up with several recommendations. That is why we requested that you come and brief us so that we are properly guided in our strategy to actualize Mr. President’s goal to fix this long-standing issue.
8.   Once again, I welcome you all, and I look forward to a fruitful meeting.