FG Sets Out Framework for Maintenance, Preservation of Public Assets Nationwide * unveiled innovative Fpam smart card embedded with a QR Code to provide a One - Stop - Shop access to activities The Federal Government has unveiled a comprehensive framework aimed at strengthening the maintenance and preservation of public assets across the country. The initiative is being driven by the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development through its Department of Federal Public Assets Maintenance (FPAM), which has developed a framework containing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure effective, uniform, and sustainable maintenance of federal public assets nationwide. As part of the rollout, the Ministry has commenced engagements with Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to facilitate the implementation of the SOPs, providing a harmonised approach to asset maintenance and preservation across the Federal Public Service. FPAM, a department under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, is statutorily responsible for the oversight of maintenance functions of federal government assets. The department was established through Presidential Executive Order No. 11, which was officially gazetted on April 6, 2022. To ensure seamless implementation of the framework, FPAM has introduced and distributed a set of compliance forms and a comprehensive maintenance manual to MDAs. These documents form part of a certification and oversight process designed to ensure proper documentation, traceability, accountability, and alignment with established maintenance standards and protocols. Speaking on the initiative, the Director of FPAM, Arc. Chioma Wogu- Ogbonna explained that the objective of the framework is to institutionalise a proactive maintenance culture within MDAs, prevent premature deterioration of government assets, and promote value-for-money through structured and standardised maintenance practices. She noted that the SOPs and compliance tools were developed to reflect measurable outcomes, quality assurance, and consistency in asset management across government institutions. Arc. Chioma appreciaed the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, Dr. Shuaib Belgore for his unwavering leadership and institutional support, describing the initiative as a major breakthrough in the Federal Government’s effort to safeguard public assets nationwide. According to the FPAM Director, the support of the Permanent Secretary has been instrumental in translating the department’s mandate into actionable policies and operational frameworks. In his remarks, Dr. Belgore reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to strengthening asset maintenance culture within the public service, stressing that effective preservation of public assets is critical to sustainability, service delivery, and prudent management of public resources. He emphasised the need for Permanent Secretaries across MDAs to work closely with FPAM and ensure that agencies under their supervision align with the department’s regulatory and operational mandates as the central instrument for public assets preservation. To further drive awareness and operational efficiency, FPAM has also unveiled innovative tools, including a smart card embedded with a QR Code, which provides instant access to the department’s activities and mandate on an internet-based platform. In addition, the department has rebranded its operational bus with the FPAM logo to support outreach, monitoring, and engagement activities nationwide. In recognition of his leadership and support, the FPAM Department presented an Award Plaque to the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Shuaib Belgore, underscoring his role in advancing the maintenance framework and positioning FPAM to unlock its vast untapped potential. The Ministry reiterated that the successful implementation of the framework would ensure the longevity of government assets, promote accountability, and entrench a sustainable maintenance culture for national development.
Belgore Charges Contractors of Nassarawa Renewed Hope Estate To Redouble Effort * says ministry determined to deliver the project in the next six months * Contractors summoned for urgent meeting to address concern The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, Dr Shuaib Belgore has charged the contractors handling the Nassarawa State Renewed Hope Estate Project to redouble their efforts, saying that the Ministry is determined to deliver the project within the next six months. It was on this note, Dr Belgore summon the contractors for an urgent meeting to address their concern in order to make the project move fast for timely completion. The Permanent Secretary gave the charge and the summon, Friday, October 10th, 2025, during an inspection visit to the site of the project in Lafia, Nasarawa State. He expressed concern over the slow pace of work by the contractors, emphasising that all obstacles to the project must be addressed Dr. Belgore observed that while the road layout has been well constructed and the electricity and water supply projects are progressing steadily, the building construction works have suffered noticeable setbacks. He stated that although some progress has been made, the pace of work has slowed considerably, giving an impression of near abandonment. Accordingly, the Permanent Secretary directed the Director, Public Buildings, to invite the contractors handling the structural buildings to a meeting to have a frank conversation with them to ensure they complete the work. “The contractors must sit up and get the job done. We cannot allow this project to drag indefinitely. If they continue to delay, we will not hesitate to re-award the contracts to more serious companies,” he warned Dr Belgore also directed the Federal Controller of Housing, Nassarawa State Field Office, to liaise with the Nassarawa State Government to expedite the reallocation of land previously affected by gully erosion. He stressed that the Ministry must receive complete documentation for the newly identified site to ensure proper project continuation. He reiterated the commitment of the Ministry to the Renewed Hope Housing Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Administration, assuring that every effort will be made to ensure the timely completion and quality delivery of the project for the benefit of Nigerians. Earlier, the Federal Controller, Nassarawa State, Tpl. Bashiru Garba, told the Permanent Secretary that part of the delay was due to gully erosion that affected part of the land initially allocated by the Nassarawa State Government, disclosing that another site has since been provided by the State as replacement Tpl. Garba further stated that the Nasarawa State Renewed Hope Estate comprises 250 blocks being developed by San Afar Nigeria Limited and Al Yuma Ventures and Investment Limited. He explained that so far about 125 blocks comprising the different categories of the housing units are currently at about 30 percent completion. ...
HOUSING MINISTRY OBSERVES SERVICOM CUSTOMER SERVICE WEEK, HONOURS DEPARTMENTS, STAFF FOR SERVICE DELIVERY * Press and Public Relations Emerges Best Department in Service Delivery * Minister calls on staff to embrace culture of service excellence and accountability Ministry of Housing and Urban Development has observed the Servicom Customer Service Week for the year 2025, with the theme ‘MISSION POSSIBLE’. Part of the activities of the Customer Service Week were honours given to various departments and staff of the ministry, with the Press and Public Relations Unit bagging the ‘Best position’ award, for their dedication and service delivery in achieving the mandate of the housing sector. In his remarks, the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, called on all staff and agencies under the Ministry to embrace a culture of service excellence and accountability in line with the theme for the 2025 Customer Service Week, ‘Mission: Possible’. “This theme reminds us that excellence in public service is not a luxury; it is a duty, one that is entirely achievable when we commit to doing things right, every time”, he said. The Minister commended the Department of Reform Coordination and Service Improvement for organizing the event, as well as the National SERVICOM Office for its partnership in promoting service delivery standards across government. He also congratulated all award recipients for demonstrating professionalism, empathy, and integrity in their work. “Awards and commendations matter because they signal our values, but they must go hand-in-hand with responsibility. Each awardee and indeed every public servant must carry the example forward”, he said. Highlighting the mission of the Housing Ministry, which is to build safe, decent, and affordable homes for Nigerians, upgrade slums and make the cities livable, reform land administration and ease access to housing finance; among others, Arc. Dangiwa encouraged every officer and institution under the Ministry to embrace the “Mission: Possible” mindset. “That means no more excuses and delays, let every desk in FMHUD and every counter in our agencies become a centre of Renewed Hope, where citizens leave with answers, not frustration”, he added. Accordingly, the Minister urged each department and project office to make ‘Mission: Possible’ real by adopting and displaying the published Service Charters and timelines, responding to enquiries with speed, accuracy, and empathy. He further urged them to record, track, and act on feedback, as well as convene quarterly review forums where management, staff, and citizens assess service metrics and propose improvements. Dangiwa expressed appreciation to the Permanent Secretary, for his consistent leadership and for driving the reform efforts of the Ministry with passion and purpose; as well as all the staff. Similarly, he thanked agencies of the Ministry, the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN), Federal Housing Authority (FHA), and Family Homes Funds Limited (FHFL), for being strategic to the delivery of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda for housing and urban development. “Let the Renewed Hope brand be visible not only in projects and buildings, but also in our service culture in how we respond, how we communicate, and how we solve problems”, he charged. On his part, the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Shuaib Belgore, noted that the Customer Service Week was not just a celebration but a call to action and a moment to reflect on how citizens are engaged, how their needs are responded to, and how values of transparency, accountability, and excellence are upheld in public service. “As we mark this week, let us recommit ourselves to the values that define great service: Commitment, responsiveness, and continuous improvement”, he said. In her key note address, the Head of Operations, SERVICOM, The Presidency, Mrs Ngozi Akinbodewa, commended the Ministry for organizing the event, stressing that its objective is about raising awareness internally and externally on good customer service in building loyalty and satisfaction. Mrs Akinbodewa further highlighted the importance of this year's theme: ‘MISSION POSSIBLE’, which according to her refers to "turning challenges into opportunities, enhancement of compliance, promotion of cross-disciplinary collaboration, etc." She urged staff to imbibe the qualities of the theme by demonstrating determination, teamwork, and commitment. Earlier, in her remarks, the Head of Reform and Service Improvement Department in the ministry, Mrs. Philips Ogoniba Ibifuro informed that the Customer Service Week gives an opportunity for the Management of the Ministry to recognize and encourage workers, staff and stakeholders for job well done while also providing opportunity to reflect, recognize and recommit through impacts. She brought to the fore, the mission of the Reform Coordination and Service Improvement Department to champion a culture of excellence, responsiveness and innovation across all facets of government service. Highlight of the event was the presentation of a Visionary Leader award to the Honorable Minister, as well as an award for Institutional Reform, given to the Permanent Secretary. The event also featured talks on safety rules and health. ...
We are Now Fully Digital, No More Accepting Paper Memos – Belgore Following the launch of Electronic Content Management System (ECMS), the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, is notifying both it's internal and external stakeholders that it has stopped accepting paper memos. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr. Shuaib Belgore, has announced that the ministry will no longer accept memos, letters, or proposals submitted on paper. " With the ECMS now in place, it is expected to facilitate the routine office operations in the ministry, facilitate faster decision-making and timely access to relevant content by enhancing information accessibility, enable document tracking, ensure compliance with audit trails, and provide secure, remote access to documents" Dr Belgore explained The Head of the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Department, Dr. Marcus Amiolemen, has also confirmed that staff members of the ministry have undergone training on the use of the ECMS, which was aimed at improving service delivery and operational efficiency across all departments. The ministry's official ECMS email addresses for formal correspondences are: * Office of the Honourable Minister, Housing and Urban Development – hmregistry@fmhud.gov.ng * Office of the Honourable Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development – hmsregistry@fmhud.gov.ng * Office of the Permanent Secretary – psregistry@fmhud.gov.ng The official launch of the Electronic Content Management System (ECMS) in the ministry, marks a significant step in its digital transformation. ...
We are Committed to Improving Staff Welfare - Dangiwa
....Engages Tulsi Foundation Hospital to provide Free Medical Eye Test, Care for ministry's staff
As part of its commitment to improving the welfare and well being of staff, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, has engaged the Tulsi Chanrai Foundation Eye Hospital, Abuja to provide free eye medical tests and care for the staff of the ministry.
While declaring the commencement of the free eye care exercise, Minister Arc Ahmed Dangiwa, stated that, welfare of staff is paramount in order to build a healthy workforce to attain high performance. According to the minister, the eye hospital service delivery is not for profit venture rather service to humanity.
Earlier, the Permanent Secretary, Dr Marcus Ogunbiyi, described the free eye medical test for the stsff of the ministry as a milestone in response to staff welfare, pointing out that the issue of welfare is not only limited to money, but it covers the overall wellbeing of the staff. Dr Ogunbiyi applauded Minister, Arc Ahmed Dangiwa for bringing this free eye medical care, saying that it is the first of its kind in the ministry.
The coordinator of the Tulsi Chanrai Eye Hospital Foundation, commended the minister for the gesture, ssying that he didn't hesitate in welcoming the idea after mentioning it to him.
Housing Ministry Inaugurates Delivery Task Team on Presidential Priorities, Deliverables
Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, Marcus Ogunbiyi, PhD has inaugurated a delivery task team on the Presidential Priorities and Ministry's Deliverables.
The task team is a 25-man team drawn from the Ministry’s Headquarters, alongside some Agencies of the Ministry.
In his address, Dr. Marcus Ogunbiyi expressed optimism that the inauguration of the task teams would mark a turn around for Ministry’s activities in the sense that all departments would be responsive, having the knowledge that all activities would be monitored and reported in order to reflect the Presidential mandate of outstanding performance.
He emphasized on the importance of the task team, urging the team to know their roles and responsibilities as well as take their duties very seriously in order to execute their tasks excellently.
Dr. Ogunbiyi informed the team that there would be quarterly reporting and assessment on the Ministerial and Presidential deliverables, and as such, an awareness seminar would be organized for the task team where more details of their tasks would be unveiled.
“We must be able to monitor and guide all the activities to know where we are at a given time”, he stated.
The Permanent Secretary also stressed the importance of generating accurate data by the task team, adding that there was need for efficient and effective method of collecting and managing data such that would capture every task the team would embark on.
In his remarks, the Special Adviser to the Honourable Minister on Administration, Adamu Ladan, noted that it was an honour and a milestone in the Ministry to inaugurate the task team because the present administration has taken the initiative which is a very fundamental one to the deliverable of its mandate.
He advised the task team to consider themselves very critical and key to the implementation of the Ministry’s mandate and so should take every task very importantly.
Referring to a law by the Central Coordinating Unit (CCU), Ladan advised that every data provided would be accounted for, stressing that every tiny detail in the implementation of the ministry’s deliverables must be captured so that the data being supplied will be cogent.
“We shouldn’t be found wanting in any aspect of our deliverable, so I urge us to pay attention to the tasks assigned to us and carry it out responsibly”, he stated.
Speaking on behalf of the task team, Director Planning Research and Statistics of the Ministry, Mohammed Bala Saulawa, appreciated the Permanent Secretary and the Honourable Minister for his support, encouragement as well as the responsibility given to them.
Saulawa assured the Permanent of their commitment to always come up with accurate and reliable data that would make the Ministry as a whole, proud.
He also disclosed that the department was working seriously to meet up with the timeline set by the CCU and as a result, issued a circular to all departments to submit their performance and achievements in order for a presentation to be made to the Honourable Minister and the Permanent Secretary before any action by the CCU.
He further appreciated the Permanent Secretary for approving a workshop for the task team officers and also pledged on behalf of the team to deliver their responsibilities effectively.
Welcome Remarks by the Honourable Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, at the Presentation of the 1st to 3rd Quarters 2024 Performance Assessment on Implementation of the Presidential Priorities and Ministerial Deliverables on Monday, December 9, 2024
The Special Adviser to Mr. President on Policy and Coordination & Head, Central Delivery Coordination Unit, Hadiza Bala Usman, and her Team,
The Hon. Minister of State, Rt. Hon. Yusuf Abdullahi Ata,
The Permanent Secretary, Dr. Marcus O. Ogunbiyi,
Heads of our Agencies – FHA, FMBN, and OSGoF,
Directors,
Aides,
Members of the Press,
Ladies and Gentlemen,
1. It is my pleasure to welcome the Special Adviser to Mr. President on Policy and Coordination & Head, Central Delivery Coordination Unit, my sister, Ms. Hadiza Bala Usman, and her team to the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development for a review of our performance.
2. Madam, we are delighted to have you with us here today. The work that you and your team are doing is critical to actualizing the Renewed Hope Agenda of Mr. President. By constantly monitoring and shining a light on our work, the Central Delivery Coordination Unit keeps us all on our toes. Well done!
3. It has been over eleven months since we commenced reporting on our deliverables. As your team has already seen from our 1st, 2nd, and 3rd quarter reports, we have been focused, working hard, and creatively as a Ministry to deliver results and impact.
4. Although your assessment covers only our 3rd-quarter performance, I am pleased to update you that we have not paused but are making even more progress. Under the Renewed Hope Cities and Estates Programme, we currently have construction ongoing for a total of 10,112 housing units at fourteen (14) sites nationwide. This includes 3,000 housing units for estates in 12 states—250 units each, funded under the 2023 N50bn supplementary budget—and 3,612 units for cities in Kano (500 units – budgetary) and FCT (3,112 units – under PPP).
5. From December 17 to 18, Mr. President has graciously accepted to break ground for two additional Renewed Hope Cities totaling 3,500 units —2,000 housing units in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos, and 1,500 housing units in Kano. In fact, construction work is already ongoing at these sites. This brings the total active sites under the Ministry’s Renewed Hope Cities and Estates Programme to 13,612 units.
6. When we add these figures to the housing units delivered by our agencies—the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN) and the Federal Housing Authority (FHA)—we are clearly on track to meet our annual target of 20,000 housing units. Initially, our plan was to deliver 500 units under Renewed Hope Estates in each of the twelve locations. However, the rise in building material costs forced us to reduce the target to 250 units, which affected our output.
7. It will also interest you to note that less than 50% of the funding for these projects is from budgetary allocation. We have embraced Public Private Partnerships (PPPs) and innovatively leveraging private sector funding for the delivery of these projects because we know that the less than N50bn budgetary allocation is grossly inadequate to make a difference.
8. With more Renewed Hope Cities Sites coming up – 2,000 units each - in Nasarawa, Enugu, Borno States and housing development institutions like Shelter Afrique Development Bank (ShafDB), the Ministry wants to assure the Central Coordination and Delivery Unit that the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development is fully on course to another stellar reporting round of stellar performance.
9. If we are looking at where we are coming from, we can praise ourselves. This is because we have already outperformed by 100 percent the previous 8 years before the Renewed Hope Agenda. However, when we look at the size of the housing problem which requires that we build 550,000 housing units per annum over the next years, it is clear that we are far from scratching the surface. This means we must do more. The Ministry needs a bigger budgetary allocation for housing even as we drive PPPs. We have engaged the National Assembly, and they have expressed willingness to support a N500bn budget for the Ministry in 2025. We would like the CDCU Unit to help us support and push this cause.
10. Madam, it is also important to note that our Ministry operates on two pillars: Housing and Urban Development. We are also seeking to deepen our urban development interventions. We just came back from the UN – Habitat Executive Board Meeting in Nairobi that I chaired. In our engagements on the sidelines, the Executive Director assured us that every Naira we invest in our National Urban Renewal and Slum Upgrade Programme (NURSUP) could be leveraged threefold through their institutional partners. This means an investment of N50bn could attract an additional N100bn, totaling N150bn. We need a revolving fund to drive sustainable urban development. We therefore need a minimum of a N50billion revolving fund to drive sustainable Urban Development which is key to Nigeria meeting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 20230. Under slum upgrades, we are providing basic services such as access roads, drainage, water, and sanitation facilities to make slum areas more livable. We currently have over 100 projects nationwide, with close to 60 completed.
11. I have taken time to speak on efforts to increase housing stock and urban development because they are the foundation of our ministry, and we have moved significantly forward since we sent in the 3rd quarter reports. We have also made progress on the other areas but the last reports that we submitted are fair representations.
12. While we celebrate these achievements, it is essential to acknowledge the challenges that have impeded our efforts, which the Ministry is hopeful of collaborating with the CRDCU to address. For example, the slow release of budget appropriation has restricted the scope and achievement of some of our Reform Initiatives. Notably, the high cost of building materials and the rate of inflation have impacted on our ability to deliver affordable housing at scale. In this regard, while exploring alterantive financing sources from the Private Sector and our Developnetment Partners, we particularly solicit the support of the CRDCU in ensuring the early release of budgetary allocation from the Ministry of Finance, Budget and Economic Development.
13. We also solicit the support of the CRDCU in the area of partnerships with the State Government, National Economic Council (NEC) and also the National Assembly and other key Stakeholders; such as the Attorney-General and Minister of Justice and the Ministry of Finance in achievement of the Ministerial Deliverables on the Review of the Land Use Act and Development of fiscal incentives for Private Investors to manufacture local building components, respectively.
14. As we evaluate our performance today, I want to appreciate the efforts of the Permananet Secretary, Heads of Agencies, our Directors and the Delivey Desk Officers towards the achievement of the Miniserial Deliverables targets. I also extend my gratitude to the Special Adviser to Mr. President on Policy and Coordination, my sister, Ms. Hadiza Bala Usman and her Team for their support and diligence in tracking of our Deliverables.
15. At the Ministry we are committed to delivering on our deliverables and even exceeding them.
Thank you.
Presentation by the Hon. Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa at the State House Gallery, Aso Villa on Sunday, 17th November 2024
Good evening gentlemen of the Press
For the first time in over 25 years, the housing and urban development sector is now receiving the priority and undivided attention that it rightfully deserves. Over the past 14 months, our ministry has worked hard to turn this vision into measurable outcomes. I am proud to report that progress is now visible, impactful, and nationwide.
Our Renewed Hope Homeownership Strategy is equally transformative. We have created a range of affordable options that Nigerians can use to own these homes once they are completed.
This includes:
I want to use this medium to appeal to Nigerians in both formal and informal employment to join the National Housing Fund (NHF) Scheme to enable them benefit from this affordable homeownership options from the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria. They are the best in the market.
Accessing the Renewed Hope Homes is Online
I call it a One-Stop Shop for Homeownership. Nigerians don’t need to lobby anyone to own a home under the Renewed Hope Cities and Estates Programme. You simply visit the site www.renewedhopehomes.fmhud.gov.ng, check the house you want, in the state that you want, apply, pay, print a provisional letter of offer.
I am proud to say that this is first time that Nigeria is having a Central Online Platform for Housing Delivery from search, expression of interest to payment – locally and internationally. In fact, Nigerians living abroad can remotely book a tour of the house, pay for a home in Nigeria using foreign currency online.
About two months ago, the Bureau of Public Service Reforms gave us an award as the “Best Federal MDA in Innovative Use of Technology”
Second is Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs): The 3 Renewed Hope Cities in FCT, Lagos and Kano are all being funded through a PPP that the Ministry signed with a consortium of developers for the delivery of 100,000 housing units nationwide. Under this strategy, the developers source land and construction finance while the government creates an enabling environment for them to deliver housing. So far, the Ministry has facilitated a N100billion Bankable Offtaker Guarantee by the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN) for the Karsana Renewed Hope City. This has enabled developers to mobilize over ₦40 billion in financing—a first in the history of Nigeria’s housing sector. We have also made cross subsidy a key part of our efforts to enhance affordability for low-medium income earners to foster integrated living. Under this concept, the housing units built in the Renewed Hope Cities will be sold at commercial rate while a substantial percentage will be sold at concessionary rates to low- and medium-income Nigerians who are members of the Nigeria Labour Congress and the Trade Union Congress.
We have embraced PPPs because our housing deficit is vast and cannot be funded from budgetary allocation alone. We need to build approximately 550,000 units annually over the next decade to close this gap. This would require about N5.5 trillion per annum.
However, we recognize that PPPs alone cannot deliver Renewed Hope Affordable Housing for the majority of Nigerians. This is due to the high costs of private-sector construction financing, which significantly increase housing prices. For example, a one-bedroom apartment at the Renewed Hope City in Karsana, built under a PPP model, costs about N22 million, whereas a similar unit under the Renewed Hope Estates, funded through budgetary allocations, costs approximately N8–9 million.
The difference lies in the cost of finance. Under the Renewed Hope City model, developers purchase the land, secure financing at double-digit interest rates, while as government, we facilate a Bankable Offtaker Guarantee from the FMBN. In contrast, Renewed Hope Estates are funded with interest-free allocations from the budget. State governments provide free land, and infrastructure costs are subsidized and excluded from the housing unit prices. These factors account for the significant price disparity between Renewed Hope Cities and Renewed Hope Estates.
Some may question why we continue to embrace PPPs. The answer is that, as a government, we have a responsibility to serve all Nigerians by stimulating private sector participation in housing delivery. Our objective is to provide quality housing across all income levels. PPP-driven Renewed Hope Cities target high- and middle-income earners who can afford such prices, while Renewed Hope Estates cater to lower-income groups. This approach ensures that every category of Nigerians has access to suitable housing options.
This means that while pursuing PPPs, the government must also increase funding for the Renewed Hope Housing Programme. As a Ministry, we have championed this advocacy, and there is now widespread recognition that the current N50 billion annual budget for housing is grossly inadequate compared to the N5.5 trillion required annually to address the housing deficit.
Therefore, we have engaged the National Assembly leadership and received their support for increasing the annual housing budget to a minimum of N500 billion, starting with the 2025 budget cycle. This would allow us to expand housing projects to cover the remaining 18 states and increase the unit count per state from 250 to at least 500, as initially planned.
Effective Land Administration
Now, Project Affected Persons will receive compensation that reflects current economic realities.
Long Live Nigeria
Long Live Mr. President
GROUP PICTURE OF DELEGATES/PARTICIPANTS OF THE 30TH NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF DIRECTORS OF LANDS IN THE FEDERAL AND STATES MINISTRIES, DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES, WHICH WAS HELD AT BRISTOL HOTEL, KANO , 25TH & 26TH, NOVEMBER, 2025.
Group picture of Delegates/Participants of the 30th National Conference of Directors of Lands in the Federal and States Ministries, Departments and Agencies, which was held at Bristol Hotel, Kano , 25th & 26th, November, 2025.
HON MINISTER, ARC AHMED DANGIWA RECEIVED NAMIBIAN HON MINISTER OF URBAN AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT, HON SANKWASA JAMES SANKWASA ON A COURTESY VISIT TO HIS OFFICE, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12TH, 2025
Hon Minister, Arc Ahmed Dangiwa received Namibian Hon Minister of Urban and Rural Development, Hon Sankwasa James Sankwasa on a courtesy visit to his office, Friday, December 12th, 2025