


STATEMENT BY THE HON. MINISTER OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, ARC. AHMED MUSA DANGIWA It is with deep sorrow and a heavy heart that I received the news of the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari at a hospital in the United Kingdom today. Nigeria has lost a statesman of historic stature — a true patriot, a man of principle, and a leader who dedicated his life to the service of the common man and the progress of our nation. His legacy of integrity, discipline, and commitment to national development will forever be remembered. May Allah (SWT) forgive his shortcomings, reward his good deeds, and grant him eternal rest in Al-Jannah Firdaus. Ameen. Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa
Hon. Minister of Housing and Urban Development
Housing Ministry Honours Dr. Kogbe for Outstanding Performance Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc Ahmed Musa Dangiwa has named Dr. Bamidele Ibrahim Kogbe, Ministry's staff of the year 2025 for outstanding performance. Dr Kogbe has also recently emerged among the winners of the prestigious Head of the Civil Service of the Federation EPIC Culture Award. Speaking at a reception organized by the Ministry in honour of Dr. Kogbe, Arc. Dangiwa expressed delight for the staff recognition, noting that the award reflects the Ministry’s commitment to excellence and service delivery, also adding that Dr. Kogbe’s outstanding performance and dedication to duty was deserving of the honour. While applauding Dr. Kogbe’s dedication to duty, describing him as a model public servant who has demonstrated that hard work and diligence are rewarding virtues, Dangiwa encouraged other staff to emulate Dr. Kogbe's exemplary conduct and strive for similar distinctions. He noted that Dr. Kogbe has proven that commitment to service, excellence, and integrity yields commendable results, wishing him more recognitions both nationally and internationally. Earlier in his remarks, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr. Shuaib Belgore, lauded Dr. Kogbe for exemplifying the values encapsulated in the EPIC framework - Efficiency, Productivity, Incorruptibility, and Citizen-Centeredness. He urged all staff to replicate such commitment in their work and to foster a positive organizational culture. “No matter your role, every staff member is relevant and should be appreciated. Let your work speak for you,” Dr. Belgore stated. Belgore further charged staff to adopt positive attitudes, promote a culture of excellence, and remain consistent and prayerful in the pursuit of personal and professional growth. ...
Housing Ministry Committed to Leading Performance Driven Ministry - Dangiwa * Holds Ministerial Retreat on PMS, Performance Contract Signing * Retreat a renewed determination to deliver meaningful results - Dangiwa A 2- day ministerial retreat on Performance Management System (PMS) and official signing of the 2025 Performance Contracts for the Directors and Heads of Units of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development was held on the 3rd and 4th July, 2025 at Sandralia Hotel, Jabi, Abuja. The theme for the rereat is “Accelerating Service Delivery through Performance Contracting and Strategic Alignment with the Renewed Hope Agenda.” Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Dangiwa, who declared open the retreat, said he was committed to leading a performance-driven Ministry that is focused on delivering real value to Nigerians, as he described the gathering as a strategic leadership forum and not just a routine administrative exercise. He stated that it was a crucial opportunity to align the Ministry’s leadership with its core mandate of translating policies into measurable outcomes, in line with the bold vision of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. Dangiwa also emphasized the central role of the Ministry in the President’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which envisions dignity, opportunity, prosperity, and decent shelter for all Nigerians, stressing that housing development, land reforms, urban planning, and regulatory innovation are essential instruments to achieve these goals. The Minister reaffirmed the importance of performance management in the current context of heightened public expectations and Presidential oversight, pointing out that the Presidential Performance Bond signed by all Ministers was a binding commitment to the Nigerian people, monitored through scorecards and dashboards developed by the Central Delivery Coordinating Unit (CDCU). He urged for full Implementation of a Results-Based Performance Management System (PMS), “Every department and officer is expected to align with KPIs and accountability frameworks that support the Ministry’s deliverables”, he said. Arc. Dangiwa highlighted some of the 2025 deliverables of the Ministry which includes: Construction of 20,000 Affordable Housing Units Nationwide, which is a flagship deliverable under the Renewed Hope Housing Programme to stimulate job creation, improve livelihoods, and contribute to national economic growth; and development of Fiscal Incentives for Local Production of Building Materials to reduce construction costs and promote self-reliance, saying that the Ministry will incentivize local production of essential housing components such as cement, roofing materials, and sanitary fittings. Another deliverable is the expansion of the National Land Registration and Documentation Programme (NLRDP), in partnership with state governments, saying that the Ministry will intensify efforts to digitize land records and promote secure land tenure for investment. Dangiwa also acknowledged the technical support of the Central Delivery Coordinating Unit (CDCU) and the Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF), for their roles in performance tracking and institutionalizing PMS across the civil service. "Let this Retreat be remembered not for the contracts signed, but for the renewed determination to deliver meaningful results,” He added. In his keynote address, the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Shuaib Belgore, said that the Ministry is committed to institutionalizing the Performance Management System (PMS), as a tool for accountability, transparency, and results-oriented governance. He said "The Performance Management System is now a mandatory component of public service delivery, as enshrined in the 2021 Revised Public Service Rules. It is essential for driving institutional effectiveness, identifying capacity gaps, and ensuring every officer contributes meaningfully to the nation’s development goals,” Belgore explained that the retreat underscores the Ministry’s resolve to deepen institutional reforms and accelerate service delivery in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, and also a crucial step in aligning the Ministry’s deliverables with the presidential priorities under the Renewed Hope Agenda, the National Development Plan(2021-2025), and service -wide mandate from the office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF). He recalled the success of the maiden retreat held in 2024, which led to the identification of key performance areas, as well as the signing of performance contracts across the Ministry, and commended the dedication of directors and department heads in fulfilling that mandate. Dr. Belgore charged all directors to provide clear leadership, champion transparency, leverage digital tools, and use PMS outcomes to inform decisions on promotions, capacity building, and service delivery improvement. In his welcome address, the Director of the Planning, Research and Statistics Department, Mukhtar Iliyasu, emphasized the critical importance of the retreat in aligning the individual and departmental outputs with the Ministry’s strategic goals and the broader national development agenda. He noted that the Ministry made significant strides in the 2024 performance cycle, citing the successful cascading of performance contracts from institutional to individual levels, the development and tracking of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), regular performance reviews, and the observance of PMS Day, all contributing to greater transparency and service delivery. The PRS Director further said that non-compliance with PMS guidelines would attract sanctions, reinforcing the government’s shift towards accountability and results-based governance. While calling for collective responsibility and active participation, he urged all attendees to embrace innovation, collaboration, and dedication as the Ministry charts the course for a more impactful 2025. The retreat features strategic sessions on reviewing past performance, signing of 2025 Performance Contracts, and strengthening the implementation of the Ministry’s deliverables, in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of the Federal Government. ...
2025 ICSC: Housing Ministry’s Dr. Ibrahim Kogbe Wins HCSF EPIC Award Dr. Bamidele Ibrahim Kogbe, an Assistant Chief Administrative Officer in the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development has won an EPIC Award for the 2025 International Civil Service Day celeberated in Nigeria The EPIC award was instituted by the Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation, Didi Esther Walson-Jack for federal civil servants who distinguished themselves in the service at their various Ministries, Departments and Agencies. The acronym EPIC stands for Efficient, Productive, Incorruptible, and Citizen-Centered. It represents the core values and a culture change initiative which the office of HCSF is actively promoting through various means. The award ceremony which took place at the state house banquet hall was part of activities celebrating the 2025 international civil service day in Nigeria. Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, Dr.Shuaib Belgore in company with some Directors of the ministry were on hand to witness the award giving ceremony, along with the immediate past Permanent Secretary, Dr. Marcus Ogunbiyi, now in Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security. The Housing Sector stole the show with the Directors and two Permanent Secretaries dancing and rejoicing with the awardee. Dr. Kogbe holds a PhD in Politics and International Relations from the University of Dundee, UK, and is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Public Administration of Nigeria. At the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, Dr. Kogbe consistently exceeds his primary performance expectations. Asides his routine work as Technical Assistant to Director (Special Projects Unit), he volunteered to ensure that the Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan (FCSSIP25) and Performance Management System (PMS) is institutionalised in the Ministry. He facilitated several trainings of the Ministry on FCSSIP25 and PMS, as well as coordinated the timely submission of FCSSIP25 Quarterly Performance Reports of the Ministry to OHCSF. Dr. Kogbe equally facilitated the Ministry’s inaugural PMS Day and was also the keynote lecturer. Another landmark contribution he made was the conceptualisation of the Ministry’s first Cybersecurity Awareness Lecture, and served as a member of the Ministerial Technical Team at various national programmes. His service wide impact includes; co-authoring of the Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan 2021–2025 (FCSSIP25), crafting three of its six core pillars: Performance Management, Digitalisation, and Staff Welfare. He also proofread and refined the entire document for clarity and policy coherence. He co-developed the FCSSIP25 Quarterly Performance Tracking Template, now adopted service-wide, institutionalising performance accountability and transforming reporting practices. One of his greatest landmark was his proposal to recognise high-performing Permanent Secretaries which was subsequently adopted and implemented during the 2023 Civil Service Week. Also through extensive capacity-building efforts, Dr. Kogbe has trained over 10,000 civil servants across 22 MDAs in performance management, innovation, and leadership. He has embedded the AMPLE Culture (Accountability, Meritocracy, Professionalism, Loyalty, and Efficiency), and mainstreamed the EPIC Ethos (Efficient, Productive, Incorruptible, and Citizen-Centred). Beyond his Ministry’s nomination, Dr. Kogbe enjoys broad endorsements from senior civil service figures with whom he previously worked, especially at OHCSF, where he spent the first 13 years of his Service. They have provided written attestations and affirmations as evidence of his extraordinary contributions, describing this national honour as long overdue. Dr. Kogbe is not merely deserving of Civil Service recognition - he is a beacon of the values Nigeria’s civil service must champion. Honouring him is more than rewarding excellence; it is a strategic affirmation of meritocracy, reform, and visionary leadership. This award is not just fitting, it is imperative. ...
The Easter Message from Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, Hon. Yusuf Abdullahi Ata.
As Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, I extend my warmest Easter wishes to all Nigerians. This joyous occasion reminds us of the triumph of life over death, hope over despair, and love over hate.
Let us also acknowledge the struggles and challenges that many of our fellow citizens face. We must recognize the plight of those who are still searching for a safe and affordable home, a basic necessity that is essential to human dignity.
As Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, I am committed to addressing these challenges and ensuring that every Nigerian has access to decent and affordable housing. We are working tirelessly to implement policies and programs that will increase the availability of affordable housing units, improve the quality of existing housing stock, and promote sustainable urban development.
Let us also renew our commitment to building a better Nigeria for all. Let us strive to create a society that is just, equitable, and prosperous for every citizen. Let us work together to ensure that our cities and towns are safe, clean, and livable for all.
Once again, I wish you a happy Easter. May this blessed occasion bring you joy, peace, and prosperity. May we emerge from this Easter season with a renewed sense of purpose and a deeper commitment to building a brighter future for ourselves and for generations to come.
- Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, Hon. Yusuf Abdullahi Ata.
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KEYNOTE ADDRESS BY THE PERMANENT SECRETARY, DR. SHUAIB M. L. BELGORE, FEDERAL MINISTRY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, AT MINISTERIAL RETREAT ON PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (PMS) AND SIGNING OF 2025 DIRECTORS’ PERFORMANCE CONTRACTS AT SANDRALIA HOTEL, JABI, ABUJA ON 3RD JULY, 2025
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The Honourable Minister
The Honourable Minister of State
Directors and Heads of Departments,
Resource Persons,
Esteemed Colleagues,
Ladies and Gentlemen,
It is with great honour and a deep sense of responsibility that I welcome you all to this significant and historic Retreat on the Ministerial Performance Management System (MPMS) and the Signing of the 2025 Directors’ Performance Contracts. This retreat marks a critical step in our collective journey to institutionalize a performance driven culture within the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development.
As we are all aware, the Performance Management System (PMS) is a core policy initiative of the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF), aimed at entrenching a results-based approach to governance and public service delivery. The MPMS Retreat, therefore, offers us the opportunity to align our Ministry’s deliverables with national priorities and to operationalize the PMS as an essential tool for driving institutional efficiency and accountability.
It is important to note that this is the second Ministerial Retreat convened by the Ministry for the purpose of reviewing, deliberating, brainstorming, and validating our MPMS Plan. The maiden edition held in 2024 was instrumental in identifying and articulating the Ministry’s priorities and deliverables under the following key focus areas:
Following the 2024 retreat, the Ministry directed all Directors and Heads of Departments to cascade and sign their Performance Contracts by 4th July, 2024. I am pleased to report that this directive was diligently executed through your commendable commitment and collaborative efforts.
To further support the implementation process and ensure robust performance appraisal mechanisms, the Ministry engaged the services of resource persons from the Federal Ministry of Regional Development to guide the development and finalization of performance appraisal templates and processes.
Ladies and Gentlemen,
Performance Management is now a mandatory requirement as outlined in the 2021 Revised Public Service Rules, serving as a cornerstone for assessing, rewarding, and developing civil servants. It aims to improve institutional effectiveness, identify capacity gaps, and ensure every officer contributes significantly to national development goals.
Accordingly, the OHCSF has issued a directive mandating all MDAs to conclude the following PMS-related activities by Friday, 28th March 2025:
In line with this directive, our Ministry is fully committed to complying with all outlined requirements within the stipulated timeline. Achieving this will, however, require our collective resolve, active participation, and unwavering dedication to the implementation of the PMS.
The role of leadership is central to the success of PMS implementation. This includes but is not limited to:
Distinguished Directors,
As we proceed with this retreat and the performance contract signing ceremony, I urge everyone to be actively engaged in the sessions. Let us take this opportunity to interrogate our strategies, refine our plans, and recommit ourselves to the goals and expectations of the Performance Management System.
Together, we can strengthen the Ministry’s capacity to deliver on its mandate and contribute meaningfully to the national housing and urban development agenda.
Thank you all for your commitment, collaboration, and dedication.
God bless you.
God bless the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development.
God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
WELCOME ADDRESS BY THE DIRECTOR OF LANDS AND HOUSING DEVELOPMENT, FEDERAL MINISTRY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, ESV. ALABI COLLINS, FNIVS AT THE NATIONAL LANDS REGISTRATION AND DOCUMENTATION PROGRAMME HELD ON 19TH MARCH 2025, AT TRANSCORP HILTON HOTEL, ABUJA
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1.0 Distinguished Governors, Honourable Ministers, Directors, World Bank Group and Participants.
2.0 It is with great joy and honour that I stand before you today to welcome you all to this important National Lands Registration and Documentation Programme. This programme marks a significant milestone in our effort to strengthen Nigeria’s land administration system. I extend my heartfelt appreciation to all our distinguished guests and stakeholders who have taken the time to be here today.
3.0 Today’s high-level workshop is aimed at sensitization on the benefits of National Land Registration and Documentation Programme. It is not intended to usurp or invade the constitutional powers of the State as custodians of land but to seek the support and cooperation of all States for the successful implementation of a National Lands Registration and Documentation programme in Nigeria.
4.0 This initiative is not just a government-driven programme but a collective effort that requires the cooperation of all stakeholders. State Governments play critical roles in land administration, and we encourage their full participation in aligning their systems with not only national standards but global best practices. Likewise, the private sector and financial institutions must support this process by integrating digital land records into mortgage and real estate transactions.
5.0 On this note, I wish to express my profound gratitude to our partners, facilitators and organizers for their dedication to making this workshop a reality. The Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development remains committed to working with all stakeholders to ensure that land registration in Nigeria is efficient, secure and beneficial to every citizen.
6.0 Once again, I welcome you all and looking forward to a productive and impactful deliberation.
Thank you and God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
HOUSING MINISTER, ARC AHMED DANGIWA, FORMER GOVERNOR OF KATSINA STATE, AMINU BELLO MASARI AND SPEAKER, KATSINA STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY, HON NASIR YAHAYA AT THE FAMILY HOUSE OF LATE FORMER PRESIDENT MUHAMMADU BUHARI AND PALACE OF EMIR OF DAURA FOR CONDOLENCES, MONDAY, JULY 14TH, 2025.
Housing Minister, Arc Ahmed Dangiwa, former Governor of Katsina State, Aminu Bello Masari and Speaker, Katsina State House of Assembly, Hon Nasir Yahaya at the Family House of late former President Muhammadu Buhari and Palace of Emir of Daura for condolences, Monday, July 14th, 2025.
THE PERMANENT SECRETARY, FEDERAL MINISTRY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, DR SHUAIB BELGORE, LED MANAGEMENT STAFF OF THE MINISTRY TO SIGN THE CONDOLENCE REGISTER IN HONOUR OF THE LATE FORMER PRESIDENT OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA, HIS EXCELLENCY MUHAMMADU BUHARI, GCFR, AT THE FMHUD HEAQUARTERS, MABUSHI, ABUJA.
The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, Dr Shuaib Belgore, led Management staff of the Ministry to sign the condolence register in honour of the late former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, at the FMHUD heaquarters, Mabushi, Abuja.