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  • 15.2m housing units structurally defective

    15.2m housing units structurally defective

    The Federal Government has revealed that about 15.2 million housing units across Nigeria are structurally inadequate, raising fresh concerns about safety, habitability, and access to basic services nationwide.

    The disclosure was made by the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, in a statement yesterday.

    According to the minister, the affected homes physically exist but fail to meet minimum standards for safety, durability, decent living conditions, and access to essential infrastructure such as water, sanitation, and electricity.

    Dangiwa explained that the findings were produced under the National Housing Data Initiative and presented by the National Housing Data Technical Committee in Abuja.

    He noted that Nigeria’s housing challenge extends beyond the shortage of new homes and includes widespread structural inadequacy in existing buildings.

    The assessment, he said, applied internationally recognised tools such as the Household Crowding Index, Adequate Housing Index, and Composite Index Methodology, using data from the National Population Commission (NPC), National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), and other housing institutions, in line with World Bank standards.

    Dangiwa said the harmonised approach now allows the government to state with confidence the scale of housing inadequacy across the country.

    He stressed that addressing the challenge will require more than constructing new houses, urging a focus on upgrading existing housing stock, regenerating deteriorating neighbourhoods, and improving infrastructure and public services.

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    The minister added that housing inadequacy is also linked to affordability gaps, limited access to land, weak housing finance systems, and significant regional disparities.

    From the data made available to The Nation Data, the assessment showed that Kano State recorded the highest level of housing inadequacy, while Bayelsa State recorded the lowest, based on the Adequate Housing Index.

    As part of efforts to address the problem, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development has begun steps to establish a National Housing Data Centre, which will support policymaking, housing finance access, investment planning, and large-scale housing delivery.

    The Data Centre is expected to improve planning accuracy, boost investor confidence, and strengthen accountability in the housing market. It is projected to become operational by mid-January 2026.

    The minister noted that the Federal Government is currently implementing housing interventions under the Renewed Hope Estates and Cities Programme, with projects at various stages of completion nationwide.

    Renewed Hope Cities are large-scale developments planned across the six geopolitical zones and the Federal Capital Territory, implemented through public-private partnerships.

    Renewed Hope Estates, on the other hand, consist of smaller housing clusters of about 250 units, funded directly by the Federal Government, with state governments providing land and subsidised infrastructure to improve affordability.

    Despite these initiatives, Dangiwa said Nigeria still faces a severe housing deficit, noting that closing the gap would require at least 550,000 new housing units annually, at an estimated cost of ₦5.5 trillion over the next decade.

  • Dangiwa makes case for 3% budgetary allocation for land titling

    Dangiwa makes case for 3% budgetary allocation for land titling

    The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, has urged state governments to dedicate between one and three per cent of their annual budgets to land administration and systematic land titling.

    He said credible land governance is the country’s strongest lever for building a trillion-dollar economy.

    Dangiwa made the call in a keynote address at the opening of the 30th Conference of Directors of Lands in the Federal and States’ Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs).

    “I strongly recommend and charge that Nigerian State Governments ring-fence between 1 and 3 per cent of their annual budgets for land administration and systematic titling during the reform and scaling phase,” he stated.

    The theme for the 30th Conference is ‘Nigeria Land Titling, Registration and Documentation Programme (NLTRDP): Implementation Mission’

    Dangiwa explained that international evidence shows very clearly that ministries responsible for land administration around the world operate on about one per cent of the total public budget.

    He said “ based on these global benchmarks and our own national realities … a sustainable allocation of 0.5 to 1 per cent will be sufficient to maintain digital registries, continue systematic documentation, and keep the cadastre up to date”

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    The Minister further stated that half of the allocation must go directly to real service delivery- systematic titling, digitisation, modern registries, surveys and dispute-resolution-not vehicles, furniture or overheads.

    “If we spend on impact, not overheads, every state will unlock revenue, citizens will gain secure property rights, and land will become a true economic asset, not dead capital. And let me say this confidently: the success of the Land4Growth Programme is Nigeria’s surest bet to achieving the $1 trillion economy,” he remarked

    Accordingly, Dangiwa stated that land becomes bankable when citizens can use it for credit, when investors trust the registry, and when states earn sustainable revenue from property markets.

    He said: “We will unlock growth on a scale that can transform our national economy. That is how land becomes wealth, and how this sector can power Nigeria’s economic future.”

    The Minister further disclosed that in the last World Bank Doing Business ranking on Registering Property, Nigeria performed poorly due to excessive procedures, long timelines, and high costs, which create uncertainty for investors and unnecessary hardship for citizens.

    He noted the identical challenges across the states as complex manual workflows, fragmented and outdated paper records, corruption risks, tenure insecurity for vulnerable groups, and very low revenue collection despite huge potential.

    Dangiwa also told the participants that under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, land administration will be treated not as routine bureaucracy but as a strategic economic reform, adding that government had begun to translate the commitment into concrete action.

    “ I have directed the Director Lands to make sure every Director has a copy of the Concept Note and Framework. Embrace it and properly guide your State Governments to adopt it and work with us at the Federal level to implement it,” Dangiwa said.

    The Minister, however, said: “ We are not yet where we want to be, but we are certainly not where we were last year. We are moving – and we are moving with purpose

    “We have within this period introduced the Nigeria Land Titling, Registration and Documentation Programme (Land4Growth) to unlock an estimated $300 billion in dead capital, and are finalizing a partnership with the World Bank and state governments to register, document, and title land nationwide.”

    Earlier in his opening remarks, the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, Dr. Shaiub Belgore, stated that the annual Conference of Directors of Lands has served as a key platform for professional exchange over the years.

    He said: “ As we mark the 30th edition, it is important that this gathering does not remain a yearly talk shop. The true value of this conference will not be measured in speeches, communiqués or photographs, but in how the knowledge gained here is translated into practical reforms in your States.”

  • FG partners Lagos, set to launch nationwide crackdown on unsafe buildings

    FG partners Lagos, set to launch nationwide crackdown on unsafe buildings

    ‎The Federal Government and Lagos State have joined forces to launch an unprecedented nationwide crackdown on unsafe buildings in a decisive move to halt the recurring wave of collapses that have claimed hundreds of lives in recent years.

    ‎Under the National Building Safety and Structural Integrity Initiative (NBSSII), the Federal Government will carry out a nationwide audit of existing structures, enforce uniform inspection and certification standards, and introduce real-time monitoring using e-GIS mapping technology.

    ‎The initiative will also see the inauguration of a National Building Code Advisory Committee and the activation of a ministerial task team to investigate the root causes of building failures.

    ‎Housing and Urban Development Minister, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, disclosed the measures in a keynote address delivered at a workshop on NBSSII held in Lagos. The minister, represented by Permanent Secretary Dr. Shuaib Belgore, lamented that building collapses often result from poor designs, substandard construction materials, and weak enforcement of building regulations.

    ‎“Every building collapse is not just about the lives lost but also about the broken trust between government, professionals, and citizens. We must restore that trust by ensuring that every structure meets safety standards from design to completion,” Dangiwa stated.

    ‎The workshop, organised by Lagos State in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, was part of a national campaign to strengthen public awareness and technical compliance in the building sector.

    ‎Hosted by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu at Tafawa Balewa Square, the event brought together senior government officials, regulatory agencies, industry experts, and professional associations to chart a unified path towards safer construction practices.

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    ‎Governor Sanwo-Olu commended the federal-state partnership, describing it as a turning point in the fight against unsafe buildings. He highlighted Lagos’ Certified Structural Integrity Programme (CSIP) as a model for other states to adopt, noting that shared responsibility between professionals, regulators, and the public is key to sustainable safety.

    ‎“We must build for life, not for collapse. This is not just about compliance; it is about protecting our people and safeguarding our cities for generations to come,” Sanwo-Olu said.

    ‎The NBSSII’s rollout will begin with pilot audits in high-risk states before expanding nationwide. Authorities say strict penalties will follow for defaulters, while public sensitisation campaigns will ensure that citizens understand their role in demanding and maintaining structural safety.

  • Dangiwa showcases Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Housing gains in northern Nigeria ‎

    Dangiwa showcases Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Housing gains in northern Nigeria ‎

    ‎The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, has unveiled major milestones recorded under the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Housing Programme across Northern Nigeria, describing the initiative as a tool for rebuilding lives, creating jobs, and fostering community renewal.

    ‎Speaking during a two-day interactive session hosted by the Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Foundation at Arewa House, Kaduna, Dangiwa highlighted the administration’s commitment to using housing as a catalyst for economic empowerment and social transformation under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

    ‎“We are not just building houses; we are rebuilding lives, restoring dignity, and laying the foundation for a more secure and prosperous North,” he said.

    ‎According to the minister, the Ministry’s three-pronged housing strategy is reshaping the region’s urban landscape with 6,112 homes currently under construction. These include the Renewed Hope City in Karsana, FCT with 3,112 units; a 1,500-unit city project in Kano; and additional 250-unit estates in Katsina, Gombe, Yobe, Sokoto, Benue, and Nasarawa States.

    ‎All estates are being delivered with integrated infrastructure such as roads, water supply, solar-powered lighting, and basic social amenities.

    ‎Dangiwa said the Ministry is also implementing the Renewed Hope Social Housing Programme aimed at delivering 100 affordable homes in each of Nigeria’s 774 local government areas.

    ‎The housing initiatives have created over 152,000 direct and indirect jobs across the North. Many local artisans and youths now earn up to N150,000 monthly, the minister noted, adding that the Ministry is also investing in building materials manufacturing hubs to reduce construction costs and boost local industry.

    ‎He further revealed the launch of a Resettlement Scheme for Persons Impacted by Conflict (RSPIC), a humanitarian initiative targeting victims of terrorism and banditry. The pilot project, underway in Tudun Biri, Kaduna State—scene of the December 2023 accidental military airstrike—will deliver 252 new homes across seven northern states including Katsina, Zamfara, Kebbi, Niger, Benue, and Sokoto.

    ‎“This is housing as healing, helping families affected by conflict reclaim stability and hope,” Dangiwa stated.

    ‎On urban renewal, the Minister said over 150 slum upgrade projects have been completed, with more than 100 ongoing across major communities like Tudun Wada in Sokoto, Yankaba in Kano, and Tunga in Niger State.

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    ‎Under its Special Projects Unit, the Ministry has also delivered 71 classrooms, 15 primary health centres, 58 boreholes, and 63 rural access roads nationwide—projects valued at over N61 billion and creating more than 10,700 jobs.

    ‎Dangiwa further announced plans to expand the programme across more northern states, with new housing projects, the rollout of the 774-LGA social housing initiative, and wider access to single-digit mortgages and rent-to-own financing. Plans are also underway for more building material hubs to promote affordability and self-reliance.

    ‎“This is more than infrastructure. It’s a renewal of trust in government and a practical demonstration that President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda is delivering real change,” ‎the minister said.

  • PDP died day Atiku became member – Housing Minister Dangiwa

    PDP died day Atiku became member – Housing Minister Dangiwa

    The Minister for Housing and Urban Development, Architect Ahmed Dangiwa, has declared that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) ceased to exist as a viable political force the moment Atiku Abubakar became a member.

    Speaking during a media chat with The Nation in Abuja, Dangiwa attributed the party’s struggles to a lack of financial support, stating that no one within its ranks is willing to fund it.

    “Atiku Abubakar is just like a snake; he doesn’t fund parties. He only gathers money to win primaries and then abandons the party afterward,” Dangiwa said.

    He contrasted this with President Bola Tinubu’s approach, highlighting Tinubu’s financial commitment to the All Progressives Congress (APC) and its campaigns.

    “Tinubu, on the other hand, funded our party and campaigns. Now tell me, who will do that in the SDP? Is it El-Rufai or who?” he questioned.

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    Acknowledging the political challenges ahead, Dangiwa admitted that opponents might try to sway northern voters against Tinubu by blaming him for economic hardships.

    “Yes, I know it will be difficult for us in the next election because they would have infiltrated the minds of common Northerners, saying Tinubu brought hunger, poverty, this and that,” he said.

    However, he expressed optimism about Nigeria’s economic recovery, stating that the standard of living has improved and there is greater hope for the people.

    “My message to those whose minds have been infiltrated against Tinubu is to think deeply about this. If you remove Tinubu, who will you bring? Tinubu has given us all the needed tools to build our states. The North will be making a grave mistake if they choose someone else instead of Tinubu.”

  • Govt plans heavy ground rents on unoccupied buildings to tackle housing deficit

    Govt plans heavy ground rents on unoccupied buildings to tackle housing deficit

    The Federal Government has unveiled plans to impose financial penalties on owners of unoccupied buildings as part of efforts to address Nigeria’s housing deficit.

    Housing and Urban Development Minister Ahmed Musa Dangiwa announced this while speaking with The Nation.

    The minister said property owners who refuse to lease or sell their vacant buildings may face increased ground rent charges.

    “If we claim there is a housing deficit while so many buildings remain unoccupied, then something is wrong.

    “We can’t force anyone to lease or sell, but we can make it financially inconvenient to hold onto empty properties. For instance, if you refuse to rent out a house worth N5 million annually but the government imposes a N3 million ground rent, you’ll be more inclined to lease it rather than bear the high cost.”

    To drive the government policy, Dangiwa said the ministry is taking a nationwide inventory of unoccupied buildings, which he said would soon be completed.

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    According to him, legal experts are reviewing the best approach to implement these measures without infringing on property rights.

    Also, Dangiwa announced that the government would be cracking down on contractors delivering substandard work on the Renewed Hope City housing projects.

    The minister said some contractors have been using low-quality materials and cutting corners, expecting to fix defects later during plastering.

    “We have received reports of substandard construction, and we will not tolerate it. Any contractor found guilty will face sanctions, including contract termination,” he warned.

    Dangiwa said the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development has strengthened its supervision structure, with liaison offices in all the 36 states having experts, including architects, quantity surveyors, and builders to ensure compliance.

    He expressed the confidence that the government’s decisive stance signaled a shift towards stricter housing regulations to tackle affordability crisis and quality of housing across Nigeria.

  • FG to penalise owners of unoccupied buildings to tackle housing deficit

    FG to penalise owners of unoccupied buildings to tackle housing deficit

    The federal government has announced plans to impose financial penalties on owners of unoccupied buildings as part of efforts to reduce Nigeria’s housing deficit.

    Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, revealed this in an exclusive interview with The Nation, stating that property owners who fail to lease or sell their vacant buildings may face higher ground rent charges.

    “If we claim there is a housing deficit while so many buildings remain unoccupied, then something is wrong.

    “We can’t force anyone to lease or sell, but we can make it financially inconvenient to hold onto empty properties. For instance, if you refuse to rent out a house worth N5 million annually, but the government imposes a N3 million ground rent, you’ll be more inclined to lease it rather than bear the high cost.”

    Dangiwa revealed that to drive this policy, the ministry is conducting a nationwide census of unoccupied buildings, which the minister said would soon be completed.

    According to him, legal experts are reviewing the best approach to implement these measures without infringing on property rights.

    Also, he announced that the government is cracking down on contractors delivering substandard work on the Renewed Hope City housing projects.

    The minister revealed that some contractors have been using poor-quality materials and cutting corners, expecting to fix defects later during plastering.

    “We have received reports of substandard construction, and we will not tolerate it. Any contractor found guilty will face sanctions, including contract termination,” he warned.

    Dangiwa noted that the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development has strengthened its supervision structure, with liaison offices in all 36 states staffed by experts, including architects, quantity surveyors, and builders to ensure compliance.

    He maintained confidence that the government’s decisive stance signals a shift toward stricter housing regulations, aimed at tackling both the affordability crisis and the quality of housing in Nigeria.

  • Dangiwa threatens demolition of substandard work, revocation of contracts

    Dangiwa threatens demolition of substandard work, revocation of contracts

    Housing and Urban Development Minister  Ahmed Musa Dangiwa has issued a strong warning to all developers of Renewed Hope Housing Estates and Cities across the thirteen locations nationwide to maintain high construction standards and deliver quality work and says ” we will not tolerate any substandard work found on any Renewed Hope Project Site anywhere in the country”. 

    Dangiwa emphasised that construction must be based on contractual terms to ensure durability, stating that he will not hesitate to revoke contract of any substandard work.

    “Under the Renewed Hope Agenda of Mr. President, we are very committed to ensuring that the houses that we build and the infrastructure is of good quality. To all the developers and contractors on our Renewed Hope Housing Projects, I want them to know that we will not tolerate poor quality work from any developer or contractor. If we identify any substandard work at any of the project sites, we will first demolish the structure and the Contractor will have to rebuild as per standard or we revoke the contract entirely”, he warned.

    The Minister spoke, friday when he led the Ministry’s officials including the Minister of State,  Yusuf Abdullahi Ata,  the Permanent,  Dr Shuaib Belgore and some Directors of the ministry on the inspection of the ongoing construction work of the 1,500  and 500 Housing Housing Unit Renewed Hope Housing City in Kano State which are being built via Public Private Partnership and Budgetary provision respectively.

    “We are impressed with the pace of work at the 1,500 Housing Unit Renewed Hope City that we are building here in Kano through a Public Private Private Partnership (PPP) with a consortium of developers led by Continental Civil Engineering. I commend them for the speed and the workforce they have mobilised. For the 500-Housing Unit Renewed Hope City which we are funding under the 2023 Supplementary budget, the project is not moving at the pace that we expect and we want the developers to step things up so we can complete and commission”, he noted.

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    On the timeline, he said “ We also want the developers to adhere to the timeline and finish within two to three months

    Accordingly,  he stated that the ministry of housing and urban development under the Renewed Hope Agenda of His Excellency, President Bola Tinubu, is very particular about giving Nigerians value for money, hence the government will not compromise on standard.

    He also explained the economic impact of housing constructions, including job creation for masons, labourers , artisans, food vendors, blocks and other building materials suplliers, saying that the value chain effect of construction work is significant and creates a positive economic impact.

    ” We are making serious progress in our bid to actualize the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,  for housing and urban development. Our plan is to build seven Renewed Hope Cities,  one in each geo- political zone and FCT. We currently ongoing construction for 2,000 units in Kano, 3,112 units in FCT and  2,000 in Lagos while other locations are scheduled to come on stream. We also have construction ongoing simultaneously at twelve (12) for Renewed Hope Estates 250 housing units each two per geo-political zone ” Dangiwa stated.

    The Minister also directed Federal Controllers and assigned Ministry monitoring personnel to ensure close supervision of work and escalation of all quality infringements for action to be taken while also warning them not to compromise their offices.

  • Minister reiterates FG’s commitment to land reforms 

    Minister reiterates FG’s commitment to land reforms 

    The federal government is set to begin land reforms with a National Urban Forum, bringing together stakeholders from government, the private sector, civil society, and communities to collaborate on urban development, it has emerged.

    The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, who disclosed this in Abuja, stressed the need for efficient and equitable land allocation, calling it essential for sustainable urban development.  

    Speaking at the maiden Town Planners Assembly in Abuja, Dangiwa highlighted the urgency of addressing Nigeria’s rapid population growth and urbanization, noting the increasing demand for housing and infrastructure, emphasizing the need for innovative and collaborative approaches to town planning. 

    While he identified unplanned urbanization, inadequate infrastructure, environmental degradation, and informal settlements as major challenges requiring multi-stakeholder collaboration, the Minister revealed that plans are underway to streamline land administration, reduce bureaucratic bottlenecks, and promote transparency in land transactions.  

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    Represented by Lana Olalekan, the Director and Head of the Department of Urban and Regional Development at the Ministry, Dangiwa, however, stressed that no single institution can tackle these issues alone, calling for stronger partnerships among town planners, government agencies, the private sector, and communities. 

    He emphasised that the Ministry is committed to create an enabling environment for such collaboration through regulatory reforms, capacity building, and the adoption of modern planning technologies.  

    To address the housing gaps, he noted that the government launched initiatives such as the Renewed Hope Cities and Estates Programme, aimed at providing affordable housing while ensuring resilient urban spaces. 

    Furthermore, he said the National Urban Renewal and Slum Upgrade Programme seeks to transform informal settlements into well-planned communities with essential infrastructure. 

    Additionally, according to him, the Ministry, in partnership with UN-Habitat, has developed a National Urban Development Policy, which will soon be presented to the Federal Executive Council for approval.  

    Emphasizing sustainability as a priority, Dangiwa highlighted the Ministry’s collaboration with IFC EDGE to integrate green building techniques into housing projects and reiterated his directive that all of the Ministry’s designs must incorporate sustainability principles, reinforcing a commitment to environmentally responsible urban planning.

    He also acknowledged the longstanding partnership with UN-Habitat, which has provided technical expertise and capacity-building support since 2003.  

    The Minister urged town planners to enhance professional standards through continuous learning and certification while leveraging advanced technologies like Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Building Information Modeling (BIM). 

    He emphasized public-private partnerships and community engagement in the planning process, asserting that inclusive and strategic actions will lay the foundation for sustainable cities.  

    On his part, the President of the Nigerian Institute of Town Planners (NITP), Chime Ogbonna, raised concern over legislative gaps in urban planning including the failure to implement Nigeria’s Urban and Regional Planning Law, promulgated in 1992. 

    Despite its existence, the law remains largely unimplemented at the federal level, leaving town planning operations in a legal vacuum, he noted, adding that some States have adopted the law, but many others, including Federal agencies, still operate outside its provisions, hindering proper urban planning and development.  

    He noted that the absence of key institutions mandated by the law, such as the National Urban and Regional Planning Commission and the Urban and Regional Planning Appeal Board, was also highlighted. 

    The NITP President, however, urged the government to act swiftly to implement the legislation, warning that continued inaction could render planning efforts ineffective and hamper sustainable development.  

    Kabir Mohammed Kyari, a former NITP President and Chairman of the Summit’s Organizing Committee, stressed that housing remains a significant challenge in Nigeria. 

    He pointed out that Nigeria’s population has surged from 45 million at independence to over 200 million today, creating an ever-growing demand for housing. 

    The rapid formation of new households, particularly among young people, according to him, has exacerbated the housing crisis, while formal housing production has failed to keep pace.  

    While advocating for a collaborative approach, arguing that no government can meet all housing needs alone, Kyari called for integrating traditional incremental housing development with structured policies to bridge the housing deficit. 

    Addressing the crisis requires a mix of government intervention, private sector participation, and community-driven solutions, Kabir Uthman Hassan, Director General of Gombe Geographic Information Systems (Gombe GIS), highlighted the role of technology in improving urban planning. 

    He noted that GIS has been instrumental in identifying land-use violations, revealing widespread illegal conversions of designated commercial and recreational areas into residential spaces. 

    By leveraging GIS, he posited that authorities can track distortions and restore land to its intended use, ensuring structured urban development.

  • Dangiwa inspects projects

    Dangiwa inspects projects

    In his commitment to ensuring timely delivery of mandate inline with the housing sector Presidential priorities, the Minister of Housing and Urban Development,  Ahmed Musa Dangiwa will be embarking on a working visit of Lagos to inspect ongoing Renewed Hope Housing Projects and engage stakeholders on Land Administration this week.

    Recall that the Renewed Hope Housing Projects is slated in all the states of the of the federation and a major policy of the current administration.

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    In a statement, Lagos Controller, Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, Funmilayo Kemi Olayiwola said the  minister will inspect some on-going Federal Government Housing Estates and Projects across Lagos state, such as Banana Island, Osborne Phase I &II, Park view/ Foreshore, amongst others.

    Others in his entourage include the Minister of State,  Abdullahi Ata, the Permanent Secretary, Dr Marcus Ogunbiyi and other top Officials of the Ministry.