FG Advances Public -Private Partnerships  to Drive Housing and Urban Development - Dangiwa   * says partnering Shelter Afrique Development Bank to Deliver 5,000 Affordable Housing Units    Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, has disclosed that the  Ministry is intensifying efforts to harness Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) as a key strategy for addressing critical housing and urban development challenges in Nigeria.   He made this known at the Renewed Hope Housing Public Private Partnership Summit held at Shehu Yar'adua Centre, Abuja on  Monday,17th March, 2025.   The theme for the Summit is “Leveraging PPPs to Deliver Renewed Hope Agenda for Housing  AND Urban Development."   The Minister noted that the vision to convene industry leaders, housing institutions, policymakers, and stakeholders to deliberate on leveraging Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) to advance the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for housing and urban development was both timely and transformative   Arc. Musa Dangiwa also affirmed the ministry's commitment and determination  to break the cycle of inaction and deliver tangible results in the housing sector, adding in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda, the Ministry is spearheading transformative initiatives to enhance urban renewal, optimize federal assets, and improve land administration through Public Private Partnership.   He bemoaned  that the Nigeria  is  battling with  inadequate housing supply to meet the demands of a rapidly growing population and the prevalence of substandard housing where over 70% of Nigeria's 43 million housing units do not meet the basic standards of habitability, safety, sanitation, accessibility, and infrastructure as outlined by the United Nations and the World Health Organization (WHO).   Arc Dangiwa also revealed that aside collaborating with National Population Commission, the ministry  has established an Industry -Wide Team to develop a National Housing Data Infrastructure in order to have credible housing data.   However,  Federal Government is  working  with an estimated housing deficit of over 20 million units and bridging the gap would mean delivering 500,000 housing units annually over the next decade, at an average cost of N10 million per unit,  meaning it would  require over N5 trillion annually  (approximately $6.25 billion) to achieve that.   "This scale of investment necessitates a collaborative strategy involving both the government and the private sector," He said.   Accordingly, the Public Private Partnerships (PPPs) is a key part of the ministry’s efforts to ensure that it conceive and implement large scale affordable housing and urban development interventions as well as create significant impact nationwide to complement budgetary allocations.   The Minister noted that under a PPP framework arrangement, the Federal Government is working to deliver 100,000 Units with a Consortium of Developers, informing,under the  phase one of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), the ministry would deliver seven (7) Renewed Hope Cities targeting the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Lagos, Kano, Maiduguri, Enugu, Port Harcourt, and Nasarawa with effective demand for housing.   Arc Dangiwa also informed that in a broader effort to enhance urban renewal and slum upgrade programs, the Ministry is strengthening collaborations with multilateral institutions, particularly UN-Habitat emphasising the recent  presidential approval for Nigeria's $500,000 annual subscription to UN- Habitat marks a significant step toward large -scale urban interventions.    To further facilitate urban development discourse and networking among stakeholders, he revealed that the ministry  is planning Nigeria's first National Urban Forum in alignment with New Urban Agenda.   On Federal assets nationwide, the Minister said that the Ministry is exploring innovative PPP models to optimize underutilized federal assets, including dilapidated properties and prime land, hinting plans are underway for the possible establishment of a Housing and Urban Development Special Purpose Investment Vehicle (SPIV) to transform these assets into revenue-generating projects that will fund affordable and social housing.   He said that over the nineteen months, the Ministry has aggressively pursued PPP-driven solutions, but the scale of the challenge remains vast. As such, the Ministry is calling on technically and financially capable partners to collaborate in delivering the Renewed Hope Agenda.   "We need more PPPs to drive these ambitious projects. If you have value to add to our work,you can be assured of a willing and committed partner in us,"  Arc Dangiwa stated.    Also,  the Minister signed a landmark housing development partnership agreement with Shelter Afrique Development Bank (ShafDB) to accelerate the delivery of affordable housing across the country.     "The agreement is historic because  this is the  first time the Federal Government, through the Ministry ,  is directly collaborating with ShafDB to access developer financing for affordable housing," the Minister remarked.    He explained that  the first phase of the partnership will deliver 5,000 housing units, with plans for nationwide expansion, noting the agreement underscores governments commitment to making homeownership more accessible to Nigerians.   The Minister also said ShafDB will  support in providing  technical advisory services, including comprehensive assessment of Nigeria's housing market using its innovative VIRAL model. He explained the model will lead to the development of country housing deficit reduction strategy paper and three PPP transaction  models for affordable housing and urban renewal projects.   He added that the bank will also give assistance in identifying strategic private sector partners, structuring market- attractive PPP transactions , and raising fund for housing and urban development initiatives, noting capacity building programs in form of training, workshops, and policy development exercise will be conducted to enhance the ministry's capabilities.   Meanwhile, the Minister has called on  the management of Infrastructure Concession Regulation Commission ( ICRC )to modify the it guidelines on PPP to accommodate the "unique characteristics and challenges" of housing development.   He said, "Housing development often requires different financial mechanisms, shorter timelines, and a focus on affordability and social impact, making the current ICRC guidelines less than ideal without further modifications."   Arc Dangiwa outlined the areas the ministry has issues with ICRC to include;  focus on large scale infrastructure, financial model incompatibility, target market and affordability,land acquisition and regulatory challenges amongst others, expressing optimism that working with the new management of the Commission, all the problems will be resolved to enable the ministry speed up its PPP projects.   Earlier in his goodwill message, the Chairman Senate Committee on Housing and Urban Development, Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, reaffirmed the unwavering dedication of the Committee to supporting progressive policies and legislative framework that fosters sustainable housing development, adding that creating an enabling environment for PPP’s to thrive required robust legal and regulatory frameworks.   “We stand ready to collaborate with all stakeholders to facilitate this objectives”, he said.   Senator Tambuwal assured that the legislative efforts of the Committee would remain focused on ensuring transparency, streamlining processes and eliminating bureaucratic bottlenecks that hinder private sector investments in housing.   On his part while giving his welcome remarks, the convener of the Renewed Hope Housing Summit, Dr. Olayemi Rotimi Shodimu, informed that the summit which is the first National Open dialog on Public Private Partnership in Nigeria’s housing sector, aims to foster collaboration between public and private stakeholders in the sector.   He said it marked a significant milestone in addressing Nigeria's housing deficit estimated at 17 to 28 million units, and promoting sustainable urban development.   Dr. Shodimu further informed that the summit aims to increase awareness of PPP models, identify innovative financing options, and develop comprehensive policy recommendations.   Also in his opening remarks, the Permanent Secretary Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, Dr. Shuaib Belgore, stated that the summit was a testament to the government's commitment to fostering partnerships that will harness the strengths of both Public and Private sectors, to meet the growing demand for affordable housing.   He expressed confident that the collaboration between the two sectors would play a transformative role in addressing the challenges facing the housing sector.   In her presentation of the PPP strategy and framework for Housing and Urban Development, the Head Public Private Partnership (PPP) of the Ministry, Arc. Abimbola Asein, brought the participants up to speed with the vision and mission of the Ministry.   To achieve the vision, she outlined some strategic objectives to include; Increasing Affordable Housing Supply, Enhancing Urban Infrastructure, Fostering Innovation and Sustainability, Ensuring Inclusivity and Equity, among others.   Arc.  Asein mentioned key programs and initiatives that would help translate the strategic objectives into action, flagship programs such as the Renewed Hope Cities and Estates Programme which targets the delivery of 200,000 affordable housing units by 2030, and the National Urban Renewal and Slum Upgrade Programme, aiming to develop 50 urban and slum upgrade projects by 2030.     Accordingly, Arc. Asein listed some key elements of the PPP framework to include Policy and Regulatory Reforms, Strengthening of Institutional Structures, and more.   Highlight of the event was the signing of memorandum between the Housing Ministry and the Shelter Afrique Development Bank, as well as the presentation of a milestone award by the Real House Communication LTD, to the Honourable Minister for the giant strides so far achieved in the Ministry.   ...

Belgore Inaugurates Housing Ministry 2025 Procurement Planning Committee.     * Urges the committee to adhere to regulations of probity, transparency, accountability    The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, Dr. Shuaib Belgore (OON), has inaugurated the Procurement Planning Committee (PPC) of the Ministry, for the 2025 financial year.   The committee under the Chairmanship of the Permanent Secretary, comprises representatives from all departments of the Ministry    At the inauguration, Dr. Belgore stated that despite the fact that the 2025 budget which has been signed by President Bola Tinubu awaits further communication from the Budget office, he informed that the Secretary General of the Federation  (SGF), has authorized the commencement of the procurement activities for the year.   “ I have had a preview of the budget that has been approved by Mr. President, and I gladly tell you that what the ministry proposed is largely in tact, we have additions from quite a substantial volume of constituency project. We’re closing in very close to an additional 50 billion, It's a lot of work”, he said.   Accordingly, the Permanent Secretary outlined the Terms of Reference of the PPC to include; preparing the needs assessments and evaluation of procuring entities, Identifying goods, works, and services required, preparing an analysis of cost implications of the proposed procurement, and aggregating the requirements within the department to enable the possibility of obtaining an economy of scale.   He also emphasized on the need to aggregate requirements between departments, particularly the training needs of departments under one umbrella so that nearly every ministry staff member would benefit from training this year, and in turn integrate the Ministry’s expenditure into the yearly budget.   Belgore urged the members of the committee to adhere to regulations of probity, transparency, and accountability; emphasizing on the adoption of the template from the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) to help keep the mandate of the Ministry in view.   Similarly, he charged the committee members with dedication and hard work to the mandate of the Ministry, saying that he would reward all diligence.   He further encouraged all the departments to make their inputs required to get the Bills of Engineering Measurement and Evaluation (BEME), Bills of Quantities, and other required documents ready in due time, hoping that the 2025 budget would all commence by April, and contracts awarded by July, 2025.    Earlier in her opening remarks, the Director Public Procurement of the Ministry,  Koriotaa Okobiah, (mrs), stated that the inauguration was in line with the provisions of sections 16 (1B) and 18 of the public procurement Act, 2007.   Mrs Okobiah informed that the inauguration also was in compliance with the circular from the Office of the Secretary General of the Federation (OSGF) for the preparation and submission of the procurement plan for the 2025 financial year and commencement of procurement activities.   “Various departments of the Ministry submitted their nominees to serve in the committee”, she added. ...

Housing Ministry, Shelter Afrique Development Bank To Sign Historic Housing Development Agreement   *  partnership with ShafDB represents a key moment in our efforts to address Nigeria’s housing challenges - Dangiwa  *  We are committed to supporting Nigeria in achieving its housing and urban development goals - ShafDB CEO   The Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development is set to sign a landmark Housing Development Partnership Agreement with Shelter Afrique Development Bank (ShafDB) on the sidelines of the Renewed Hope Housing PPP Summit, scheduled to hold on Monday, 17th March 2025, at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Center, Abuja.     This historic agreement marks a significant step towards addressing Nigeria’s housing deficit and advancing sustainable urban development across the country.   The partnership will leverage Shelter Afrique Development’s expertise in housing finance, advisory services, and technical assistance to support the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development in delivering affordable, decent, and sustainable housing solutions for Nigerians.     Under this partnership, Shelter Afrique Development Bank will provide technical advisory services to the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, focusing on several key areas, namely: to assist the government in conducting a comprehensive assessment of Nigeria’s housing market using its innovative “VIRAL” model.    This initiative will result in the drafting of a Country Housing Deficit Reduction Strategy Paper (CHUPS), aimed at scaling up the development of affordable and decent housing programs nationwide.     In addition, Shelter Afrique Development Bank will propose three Public-Private Partnership (PPP) transaction models to the Ministry. These models will focus on designing, mobilizing funding, and executing land development and affordable housing projects for low-income households.   They will also address urban renewal programs, including the redesign and reconstruction of old housing estates, the elimination of slums and shanty towns, and the transformation of slum areas by creating new urban units across Nigeria.     To ensure the successful implementation of these projects, Shelter Afrique Development Bank will assist the Ministry in identifying and selecting strategic private sector partners with proven expertise in the development, financing, construction, and maintenance of large-scale affordable housing projects.   Similarly, the partnership will include capacity-building initiatives such as training, workshops, seminars, and policy development exercises to enhance the Ministry’s ability to address housing challenges and promote sustainable urban development.     The intervention by Shelter Afrique Development Bank will also focus on setting up PPP-based transaction models for the mass production of affordable housing units. This includes structuring market-attractive PPP transactions for large-scale housing and urban renewal projects, developing an operational framework to match supply and demand for affordable housing using the VIRAL model, and assisting the government in raising funds for housing projects and urban development initiatives.     This collaboration aligns with the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritizes affordable housing and sustainable urban development as key drivers of economic growth and social inclusion. By leveraging Shelter Afrique Development Bank’s expertise and resources, the Ministry aims to significantly reduce Nigeria’s housing deficit and improve the living conditions of millions of Nigerians.     The Honorable Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, has emphasized the importance of this partnership, stating, “This collaboration with Shelter Afrique Development Bank represents a key moment in our efforts to address Nigeria’s housing challenges. By combining our resources and expertise, we are poised to deliver affordable, decent, and sustainable housing solutions that will transform communities and improve the quality of life for all Nigerians.”     Similarly, the CEO of Shelter Afrique Development Bank, Mr. Thierno Habib Hann has expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, saying, “We are honored to collaborate with the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development on this transformative initiative. Shelter Afrique Development Bank is committed to supporting Nigeria in achieving its housing and urban development goals, and we look forward to working together to create lasting impact across the country.”     The signing ceremony will take place during the Renewed Hope Housing PPP Summit on Monday, 17th March 2025, at the Shehu Musa Yar’Adua Center, Abuja. The event will bring together key stakeholders from the public and private sectors to discuss innovative solutions for addressing Nigeria’s housing deficit.     Shelter Afrique Development Bank (ShafDB) is the Pan-African Multilateral Development Bank (MDB) dedicated to promoting and financing sustainable green housing, urban development and related infrastructure. It operates through a shareholding of 44 African governments and two institutional shareholders: The African Development Bank (AfDB) and the African Reinsurance Corporation (Africa-Re).   The institution is involved in financing housing and related infrastructure across the value chain, both on the demand and supply sides, through its four (4) business lines: Financial Institutions Group (FIG), the Project Finance Group (PFG), the Sovereign and Public-Private partnerships (PPP) Group, and the Fund Management Group (FMG). ...