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.
2026 : Housing. Ministry Prioritizes Projects Completion, Urges Staff to Consolidate on Legacies * 2026 our defining, decisive year - Dangiwa Housing Minister Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, has stated that the ministry will in 2026 prioritise the completion of all ongoing projects, particularly the Renewed Hope Housing Projects, re-emphasising the commitment of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to provide Nigerians access to affordable and decent housing. Dangiwa spoke during the expanded ministry's management meeting with heads of departments and units, to review the 2025 performance of the ministry and presentation of the 2026 work plan. “ I would like to tell you that this year is our defining year. 2026 is not just another year; it is our decisive year. This is the year Nigerians will look back on and ask what the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development has delivered,” he said. The minister explained that, despite funding challenges in 2025, the ministry was able to appreciably achieve milestones in both its presidential priorities and ministerial deliverables, including reforms in land administration, and delivery of Renewed Hope Cities in Karsana Abuja, Kano and Lagos, which are due for commissioning soon. He urged the staff to step up efforts and commitment, saying " for us to achieve this much despite the 2025 funding constraints, we can achieve more this year when funding is made available" Dangiwa disclosed the firm commitments made by the Federal government to address funding gaps and clear outstanding liabilities in 2026. Accordingly, the minister urged the Directors of the departments of Public Private Partnership (PPP) and Public Buildings to intensify monitoring of various sites to ensure effective and timely delivery of projects, stressing that Nigerians expect affordable and decent housing. The minister further charged heads of departments to ensure that contractors that have been mobilised are given clear timelines for project completion. “You need to engage these contractors closely by ensuring that those mobilised return to site and are properly monitored, especially from the controller’s side,” he emphasised. He noted that the ministry must consolidate its legacy in 2026 in order to showcase its achievements to Nigerians and the international community, calling for the cooperation and inputs of staff to help the Federal Government achieve its Renewed Hope Housing Agenda. On Renewed Hope Cities, the Minister disclosed that three additional locations namely Maiduguri, Enugu and Port Harcourt will come on stream, bringing the total number to six, alongside the existing projects in Lagos, Abuja and Kano. Earlier, the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Shuaib Belgore, stated that the departments of Public Private Partnership and Public Buildings are expected to meet their targets in 2026, assuring them of needed support to achieve their goals. Dr. Belgore noted that maximum publicity programmes would be deployed to showcase the successes and achievements as part of the administration’s scorecard in 2026, adding that Nigerians are eager to see improved Renewed Hope housing delivery ...
Housing Ministry Advances Its Digital Transition, Distributes Laptops to Directors * It's our efforts to boost service delivery, compliance with OHCSF reforms - Belgore In a renewed push for public service reform and a paperless government, the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development has rolled out laptops to Directors to fast-track full deployment of its Enterprise Content Management (ECM) system. The Permanent Secretary, Dr. Shuaib Belgore, handed over 30 units of Core i7 laptops systems to all Directors/Heads of Departments in the Ministy during Top Management meeting at the Ministry’s Headquarters in Abuja. The distribution forms part of the Ministry’s commitment to a continuous digitization of official workflow, enhancing productivity, and ensuring seamless integration of the ECM platform across all departments. Speaking during the meeting, Dr. Belgore emphasised that the initiative was in fulfillment of the earlier promise to provide the necessary digital working tools to enable Directors work efficiently both on-premise and remotely. “The laptops are designed to empower Directors to effectively carry out their official duties anytime, anywhere, in line with the Ministry’s ECM deployment and the directive of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF) on digitalisation of MDAs operations,” Dr. Belgore said. The Permanent Secretary described the distribution of the laptops as an effort by the ministry to boost service delivery and compliance with the OHCSF reforms and strategy initiatives. Configured by the Ministry’s ICT Department, the laptops come pre-installed with office suite applications and smart security solutions to support workflow automation and secure access to the ECM system. Dr. Belgore also noted that this digital upgrade will significantly improve turnaround time, and enhance transparency and accountability in all official activities. Earlier in his remarks, Dr. Amiolemen Marcus, Head of the ICT Department, disclosed that 90 desktop computer systems, similarly configured, will be distributed to departments and offices across the Ministry before the end of the week to further strengthen the ECM rollout. Recalled that the ministry officially went live on the ECM platform on September 30th, 2025, marking a significant step forward in its digital transformation journey, and placing it among the pacesetters in the public service digitalisation initiative. ...
Service Delivery Awards: Dangiwa Urges Housing Ministry To Build On Momentum * As Ministry won OHCSF, SERVICOM and Sporting Awards Housing and Urban Development Minister, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, has urged members of staff to build on the current momentum and strengthen the Ministry’s service culture in order to sustain its position as a reference point for excellence in public service delivery. Dangiwa made the call against the backdrop of the various awards won by the ministry, including OHCF, SERVICOM and Sporting events. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr. Shuaib Belgore, OON, received the HCSF "Go Live Category Award" for transiting his ministry to paperless operation. Under Dr. Belgore, the ministry adopted the full implementation of the Enterprise Content Management (ECM) operations on the 30th of September 2025, signalling the departure from paper operations. ECM, is a part of the Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan 2021-2025 (FCSSIP25), a reform blueprint designed to digitise the federal bureaucracy and transform the civil service into a world-class entity by 2025. Other awards won by the housing ministry are; 2nd Best Ministerial SERVICOM Unit (Ministry Team A), Permanent Secretary's award for strengthening Servivom operations across the ministry as a very supportive CEO. The Head of the Ministry’s Reform Coordination and Service Improvement, Mrs. Philips- Ogoniba Ibifuro also received the 2025 Best NODAL Officer (Ministry Team A), for outstanding coordination, leadership, and dedication to service improvement. The Ministry’s sporting contingent also won 10 medals at the recently concuded Federal Civil Games fedtival held in Yola, Adanawa state. During a brief presentation of the awards to the leadership of the ministry, Minister Dangiwa congratulated the Permanent Secretary Dr Belgore, the Ministry's Servicom Nodal officer, and members of the ministry's sporting contingent for the honours brought to the ministry. He praised the Permanent Secretary’s leadership style, describing it as accountable, team-oriented, and result-driven, noting that the awards represent a win for the entire Ministry. The Minister as well commended the Permanent Secretary for ensuring the smooth implementation of the paperless system in the Ministry, acknowledging the role of the ICT Department team in facilitating the transition alongside the efforts of the entire staff. Similarly, Arc. Dangiwa applauded the Head of the Ministry’s Reform Coordination and Service Improvement, Mrs. Philips- Ogoniba Ibifuro for her SERVICOM’s 2025 Best NODAL Officer award, recognizing her hardwork, professionalism and consistency in applying the SERVICOM principles in the Ministry. The Minister expressed delight over the recognition of the Ministerial SERVICOM Unit as the second-best performing ministerial unit, describing the awards as a reminder that public service is fundamentally about the people being served. “These awards remain with us and remind us that public service is about the people we serve, and that we must always strive to deliver services that are timely, transparent, and of good quality,” he said. The Minister also congratulated the Ministry’s sports team, assuring them of the Ministry’s continued support, both financially and morally, in the coming year. Speaking earlier, the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Shuiab Belgore, expressed appreciation to the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation for the Transformational CEO award, attributing the recognition to the collective support and commitment of the Ministry’s management and directors. He also commended the Head of Reform and Coordination, Mrs. Phillips Ogoniba, for her outstanding contributions, describing her performance as a source of pride to the Ministry. Belgore further acknowledged the Ministry’s sports team for winning ten medals comprising four golds, three bronze, and three silver, at the Federal Civil Service Games (FEPSGA). He also applauded the ICT Department for driving ECM compliance, noting that improved inter-departmental collaboration has enhanced efficiency across the Ministry. On her part, the Head of Reform Coordination and Service Improvement, Mrs. Philips- Ogoniba dedicated the awards to the leadership of the Ministry, particularly the Honourable Minister and the Permanent Secretary, as well as members of the Ministerial SERVICOM Committee and staff, whose collective efforts and teamwork, she noted, made the achievement possible. She reaffirmed the resolve of the Department to sustain and deepen ongoing reforms aimed at improving service standards, responsiveness, and accountability. ...
Clarification on Uniform Prices of Housing Units
This is to clarify that the approved prices apply STRICTLY to the Renewed Hope Housing Estates which are funded through the Ministry's budgetary allocation, NOT for the Renewed Hope Cities in Karsana Abuja, Janguza Kano, Ibeju Lekki, Lagos which are being funded through the Public Private Partnership (PPP)
Minister’s Aide Congratulates PR Director on Service Delivery Award
Special Assistant (Media & Strategy) to the Honourable Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Mr. Mark Chiese, has congratulated the Director of Press and Public Relations, Mr. Badamasi Haiba, for leading his department to win the Best Department in Service Delivery award in the Ministry.
Mr. Chiese, during a visit to the Director’s office on Thursday, October 16, 2025, commended Mr. Haiba’s leadership and the professionalism of his team, noting that their efforts have greatly enhanced the Ministry’s visibility and strengthened public confidence.
He further encouraged the staff of the Press and Public Relations Department to sustain their teamwork and commitment toward achieving greater results in line with the Ministry’s mandates and deliverables.
In his response, Mr. Haiba expressed appreciation to the Honourable Minister and the Ministry’s management for their continuous support.
He dedicated the award to his team for their dedication to excellence in communication and service delivery, and pledged to continue promoting transparency and effective public engagement in line with the Ministry’s housing and urban development goals.
WELCOME ADDRESS BY THE DIRECTOR, PLANNING, RESEARCH AND STATISTICS, FEDERAL MINISTRY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, AT THE MINISTERIAL RETREAT ON PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM HELD AT SANDRALIA HOTEL, JABI, ABUJA – 3RD JULY, 2025
Protocol:
The Honourable Minister,
The Honourable Minister of State,
The Permanent Secretary,
Directors and Heads of Departments and Units,
Esteemed Resource Persons,
Distinguished Colleagues,
Ladies and Gentlemen,
It is with great honour and a deep sense of responsibility that I welcome you all to this Ministerial Retreat on the Performance Management System (PMS), convened in accordance with the directive of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, as outlined in the circular of 11th March, 2025.
This retreat is a critical platform for consolidating our collective resolve to institutionalize a performance-driven culture across the Ministry. The PMS is not merely a procedural obligation, it is a transformational framework for aligning individual, departmental, and institutional output with Ministerial priorities and national development goals.
In the past year, the Ministry has recorded remarkable progress in embedding the PMS. Among the key milestones achieved are:
These efforts have created a strong foundation for the 2025 cycle. Accordingly, this retreat seeks to:
It is important to reiterate that non-compliance with PMS guidelines, as emphasized by the Head of Service will attract sanctions. We are firmly in the era of accountability and result-based management. The business-as-usual approach is no longer acceptable.
Permit me at this juncture to specially acknowledge and commend the Honourable Minister for his visionary leadership and unwavering drive in repositioning the Ministry as a key enabler of affordable and accessible housing across the nation. His bold reforms and strategic initiatives have continued to inspire impactful programmes in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of Mr. President.
Equally, I wish to appreciate the Honourable Minister of State for his strong policy support and active engagement in the implementation of the Ministry’s mandates. His commitment to inclusive development and results-based governance has significantly bolstered the Ministry’s reform trajectory.
I must also sincerely commend the Permanent Secretary for his exemplary administrative leadership, dedication to performance management reforms, and consistent support in ensuring the timely delivery of Ministerial priorities.
Furthermore, I acknowledge the strategic guidance of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation and the Permanent Secretary, Career Management Office, for championing the implementation and oversight of the Performance Management System across the Federal Public Service.
Distinguished colleagues, the responsibility of sustaining and building on this momentum lies with each one of us. I urge you to approach this retreat with open minds, constructive engagement, and a shared commitment to innovation and service excellence.
Let us work together to ensure the 2025 PMS cycle is implemented not only efficiently but in a manner that sets new standards for performance in the public service.
I wish us all a productive and impactful retreat.
Thank you and God bless.
SPECIAL ADDRESS BY ARC. AHMED MUSA DANGIWA, HONOURABLE MINISTER OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, AT THE MINISTERIAL RETREAT ON PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT AND SIGNING OF 2025 PERFORMANCE CONTRACTS HELD ON THURSDAY, 3RD JULY 2025, AT SANDRALIA HOTEL, JABI, ABUJA
Theme: Accelerating Service Delivery through Performance Contracting and Strategic Alignment with the Renewed Hope Agenda
PROTOCOLS
The Permanent Secretary,
Directors and Heads of Departments and Units,
Our distinguished colleagues from the Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation and the Central Delivery Coordinating Unit,
Ladies and Gentlemen,
God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
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