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Aug
13
2025

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FG to Inaugurate National Building Code Advisory Committee 

 

Housing and Urban Development Minister,  Arc Ahmed Musa Dangiwa has announced plans to inaugurate the National Building Code Advisory Committee following the recent launch of a Ministerial Task Team to probe causes of building failures in Nigeria. 

 

Dangiwa spoke in a keynote address delivered at a Workshop on National Building Safety and Structural Integrity Initiative (NBSSII) in Lagos,  Wednesday,  August 13th, 2025 

 

Permanent Secretary,  Dr Shuaib Belgore represented the Minister at the event 

 

The Workshop organised by Lagos State, in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, was a national campaign aimed at halting the growing wave of building collapses across Nigeria.

 

The event, hosted by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu at Tafawa Balewa Square, brought together government officials, industry experts, and professional bodies.

 

In his address, the Minister said,

“Every building collapse is not just about the lives lost but also about the broken trust between government, professionals, and citizens,” 

 

Dangiwa decryed poor design, substandard materials, and weak enforcement of building codes as root causes of building collapse in the country.

 

The Minister outlined the National Building Safety and Structural Integrity Initiative (NBSSII), which includes a nationwide audit of structures, a uniform inspection and certification system, strict code enforcement, and the use of e-GIS mapping with real-time inspection reporting.

 

He also announced plans to inaugurate the National Building Code Advisory Committee following the recent launch of a Ministerial Task Team to probe causes of building failures.

 

Governor Sanwo-Olu hailed the collaboration as a step towards safer cities and highlighted Lagos’ Certified Structural Integrity Programme (CSIP) as a model for other states. “We must build for life, not for collapse,” he said.

 

Governor Sanwo- Olu stresed that the significance of the joint responsibility among professionals, regulators, and the public to ensure the country’s built  is safe, resilient, and sustainable.
 

Aug
13
2025

FG Aims To Unlock $150 billion Dormant Land Capital, Boost Economy    * Land4Growth Programme, To Transform Land Administration Nationwide - Dangiwa  The Federal Government is set to unlock over $150 billion in dormant land capital to boost economic growth across the country through the National Land Registration, Documentation and Titling Programme (NLRDTP).   Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa announced the rollout at a Stakeholders’ Workshop on “The Nigeria Land Registration, Documentation and Titling Programme” (NLRDTP) in Lagos, themed “Moving from Inception to Implementation”.   The NLRDTP workshop organised by the ministry in collaboration with the Lagos state government took place at Eko Hotel, Victoria Island,  Lagos   The Minister stressed that Nigeria’s current land administration system leaves less than 5% of land formally titled, leaving individuals to live on lands without secure proof of ownership, billions of naira in potential Internally Generated Revenue untapped for the State Governments, and estimated $300 billion in “dead capital for the Federal Government.   He stated that the “Land4Growth”Programme is not just an administrative reform but a deliberate economic strategy under the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, which seeks to turn land from a dormant asset into a productive engine for prosperity, for individuals, States, and the country as a whole.     “It is designed to replace our fragmented, opaque, and paper-based system with a digitised, transparent, and efficient national framework”, he explained.   Arc. Dangiwa informed that the programme aims to Increase formal registration of land titles by at least 50% within 10 years, deploy standardised, interoperable Land Information Systems (LIS) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Strengthen State land agencies and registries, unlock over $150 billion in “dead capital”, among others.   Some of the objectives of the “Land4Growth” programme according to the Minister includes; securing land rights for individuals, communities, and businesses, unlocking land’s economic potential as a driver of credit, investment, and housing delivery, increasing States’ IGR through vibrant, formal land markets and efficient property taxation, and more.   He emphasized that the initiative will be led by the states, supported federally and coordinated nationally, respecting the constitutional authority of State Governments over land as enshrined in the Land Use Act.   Speaking on the concerns of States the Minister spoke clearly that States would maintain full decision making power on land matters, with support from partners like the World Bank to ease financial pressure through funding, training and technical assistance.   He also noted that the model is flexible and can adapt to the laws of the states while benefiting from national standards and interoperability; as well public enlightenment campaigns to improve the collection of approved Certificates of Occupancy (C of Os).   Dangiwa informed that the initial phase of the programme would focus on 18 to 20 reform-ready States, targeting the issuance of over 1 million digital titles and the training of more than 2,000 professionals   “This will be supported by LIS and GIS deployment, a National Land Information Repository, and a Harmonised Land Governance Structure to simplify processes, cut transaction times, and boost transparency”, he added.   On the benefits for citizens and states, the Minister noted that individuals would secure land titles that will improve access to credit, reduce disputes, and enhance property values, while For States, modernised records will boost internally generated revenue (IGR), attract investment, and enable better urban planning.   Accordingly, he said the programme would be a foundation for sustainable housing, infrastructure, agriculture, and economic growth, on the National level.   Dangiwa further pointed out that the workshop was a working session to align strategies, learn from successful models like Lagos’ e-GIS reforms, draw from international best practice, and agree on concrete steps for nationwide    Higlight of the workshop was the inauguration of the Joint Technical Committee on Land related matters between the Federal Government and Lagos State Government by His Excellency,,Governor of Lagos State,  Babajide Sanwo-Olu and the Honourable Minister,  Housing and Urban Development,  Arc Ahmed Musa Dangiwa    ...

Aug
09
2025

 FG, Lagos State Host Workshop on Land Titling, Registration, Documentation    * Housing Ministry working with World Bank, States to implement land reforms through NLTRDP   The Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, and the Lagos State Government are in collaboration to host a stakeholders workshop on National Land Titling, Registration and Documentation Programme (NLTRDP).   Housing and Urban Development Minister,  Arc. Ahmed Dangiwa is scheduled to flag-off the Workshop which will be hosted by His Excellency, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Governor of Lagos State.   The Workshop which is slated to hold on Tuesday, August 12th, 2025 at Eko Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, is expected to have high profile attendance from the built environment; professionals, real estate experts, mortgage institutions and other financial services stakeholders.   Recall that the Federal government through the Housing Ministry was closely working with the World Bank to implement land reforms to unlock the potentials of Nigeria’s landed assets through the National Land Titling Registration and Documentation Programme (NLTRDP).   Similar workshop on National Land Registration and Documentation Programme (NLRDP), was held in March, 2025, in Abuja.   Recently, the Federal government suspended all land allocations and reclamation activities along the Lagos Lagoon shoreline, and a committe set up by the Minister of Housing, Dangiwa to ensure proper documentation, elimination of abuse, examine, and harmonise all approvals and developments along the shoreline.   The Housing Ministry is continuing to collaborate with the States' governments to address the challenges in the areas of registration, documentation, and titling of all lands to unlock Nigeria’s dead capital, develop National Digital Land Information System, and formalizing land transactions.   Dr. Shuaib Belgore, the Permanent Secretary of the Housing Ministry will be leading a delegation of Directors and relevant officers of the ministry to the Workshop.   ...

Aug
06
2025

 Housing Ministry, Kuwait Foundation Explore Partnership Areas    *Our partnership focus is affordable housing, promotion of sustainable urban development - Dangiwa   *Our visit is to explore potential areas of collaboration and support - DG KFAED   Ministry of Housing and Urban Development is exploring partnership areas particularly in infrastructure development, with the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development (KFAED).   The partnership focus will be in pursuance to the delivery of affordable housing and promoting sustainable urban development in Nigeria.   KFAED is Kuwait's agency for the provision and administration of financial and technical assistance to developing countries. Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, expressed the readiness of the Ministry to receive the interventions, during a meeting with a delegation from the Kuwait Fund, held at the Ministry’s headquarters, Mabushi, Abuja.   The Minister highlighted a couple of programs launched by the Ministry, under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, as key areas where the Ministry needs intervention.   The areas include; the establishment of Building Material Manufacturing Hubs across Nigeria's six regions, to reduce the cost of building materials in the country and create job opportunities.   Dangiwa explained that each hub would be built on 200 to 300 hectares of land, to be equipped with infrastructure such as roads, drainages, electricity, water and other facilities that would enable the hub function properly.   He as well informed that solicitors and proposals from investors has been received by the Ministry to develop the hubs, with four investors currently involved.   “After we have done the site and services infrastructure, the spaces will be allocated for investors who wants to build medium size factory, small size factory and the large scale factories that can produce roofing sheets, doors, windows, ceramic tiles and all the printing materials that we need into the locations”, he added.   The Minister spoke about the development of a district called Centenary City in Abuja, which spans over 1200 hectares of land along the airport road, saying that funds were needed to develop the infrastructure.   He noted that the infrastructure development at the city would attract investors who will take up a portion of the land to develop commercial, tourism, residential, and industrial outlets.   Another area of partnership according to the Minister is the Urban Development sector of the Ministry which focuses on urban development in the cities and urban areas, as well as slum upgrade in the hinterlands.   He explained that the slum upgrade provides infrastructure like drainages, roads, sanitation, electricity, schools, and hospitals, that would make life comfortable for the society, informing that last year's budget funded the development of 150 slums, with over 120 already completed.   In reference to the technical assistance earlier mentioned by the Director General of the Kuwait Fund, Arc. Dangiwa said the Ministry seeks technical assistance to fund and implement the programs effectively.   He highlighted the need for technical assistance in conducting feasibility studies for projects like the Centenary City, adding that the Ministry already conducted one for the City, but needs additional support.   Accordingly, the Minister mentioned the need for intervention in the area of the Renewed Hope Social Housing program of the ministry which aims to build 100 houses in the 774 local governments of the country, targeting low-income and underprivileged individuals.   He explained the plan to sell 70 percent of the houses to the low income earners who would pay only 30 percent of their income and the rest subsidized by the government, while the remaining 30 percent of houses would be given to the zero income, underprivileged and displaced individuals.   Dangiwa however noted that the social housing initiative is currently facing funding challenges which the ministry seeks solutions to.   Earlier in his remarks, the Director-General of the Kuwait Fund for Arab Development, Dr. Wahad Al-Bahar, stated that their visit to the Ministry was to explore potential areas of collaboration and support.   He informed that Kuwait Fund for Arab Development is interested in identifying projects within the Ministry that could benefit from its assistance, particularly in infrastructure and social development.   Dr. Al-Bahar emphasized the importance of having updated feasibility studies for the  proposed projects.    He stated, “These are some of the areas we can support, but I need to know if you have feasibility studies for the projects. We also have to consider the cost implications, and the studies need to be current.”   While clarifying that the Kuwait Fund does not finance direct housing projects in accordance with its operational policy, Dr. Al-Bahar affirmed the Fund’s willingness to support related infrastructure, including transportation, education, agriculture, and other social sectors.   He further disclosed that prior to their visit to the Ministry, the Fund had signed its first partnership agreement with the Kaduna State Government on the project tagged “Reaching Out- of - School Children Program", an occasion he described as a delightful milestone.   Dr. Al-Bahar added that the Kuwait Fund offers soft loans to governments, including Nigeria, under favorable conditions, with a maturity period ranging from 20 to 25 years and low interest rates.   In addition to the  financial assistance, he reaffirmed the Fund’s readiness to support the Nigerian Government in developing or updating feasibility studies for potential projects.    “If you require assistance with developing proper studies, we are willing to help,” he assured.   Responding to the Minister’s outlined priority areas, Dr. Al-Bahar acknowledged their significance and reiterated the Fund's willingness to consider them, subject to the availability of detailed feasibility studies.   ...

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OTHER NEWS


Jul
14
2025

The statement from the Hon. Minister of State For Housing & Urban Development, Yusuf Abdullahi.

 

It is with profound sadness that I, Hon. Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, mourning the passing of Former President, late Muhammadu Buhari. 

 

He departed this life on Sunday, June 13, 2024, at a hospital in London.

 

As we bid farewell to a leader who served Nigeria with dedication, I extend my deepest condolences to the Buhari family, the government, and the people of Nigeria. 

 

May Allah grant late President Buhari Aljannah Firdaus and grant the family patience and fortitude during this difficult time.

 

As a nation, we reflect on President Buhari's service and contributions to our country's development. 

 

May Allah grant us the strength to carry on his legacy of public service and patriotism and grant President Buhari's soul eternal rest. Amen.

 

The Minister of State for Housing & Urban Development Hon. Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, 

 

July 13th, 2025.

 


Jun
01
2025

Africa-Led Vote, Shifts Global Power Dynamics As UN-Habitat Adopts Strategic Plan 

 

By Adamu S Ladan 
 

In a landmark but contentious decision, the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) has officially adopted its Strategic Plan for 2026–2029. 

 

The vote-based adoption—strongly championed by the Africa Group—broke from the tradition of consensus, drawing criticism from the United States but hailed by developing nations as a necessary evolution in global governance.

 

The Plan aims to tackle the global housing crisis, which affects an estimated 2.8 billion people, by focusing on three transformative pillars: Inclusive Prosperity, Preparedness and Reconstruction, and Climate Sustainability.

 

The Africa Group, with broad support from other developing regions, drove the momentum for the plan’s adoption, citing urgency in responding to mounting urban challenges across the Global South.

 

Speaking shortly after the vote, Nigeria’s Honourable Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, praised the process and substance of the Strategic Plan:
 

“This is a major victory for equity in global urban development. Africa’s urban needs can no longer be sidelined. The Strategic Plan gives voice to our realities and puts us on a path to sustainable, inclusive progress.”

 

Echoing this sentiment,  most diplomats of the Africa Group at the UN-Habitat Assembly, hailed the development as one of them said:
 

“Consensus is ideal, but justice is essential. The vote reflects a democratic affirmation of our priorities. For too long, the Global South has waited. Today, we acted.”

 

The United States delegation, while acknowledging the importance of the Plan’s content, sharply criticized the process by which it was adopted. A senior U.S. official described the move as “disappointing and counterproductive”, arguing that the absence of consensus undermines the spirit of multilateralism.
 

“We support the vision of inclusive urban development, but the manner of adoption threatens the cohesion necessary for implementing it effectively,” the delegate noted.

 

Observers suggest the U.S. may now shift focus toward influencing implementation, leveraging its financial contributions and partnerships to shape the direction of programming.

 

UN-Habitat Executive Director, Anaclaudia Rossbach acknowledged the division but emphasized the agency’s commitment to delivering on its mandate:
 

“ We are committed to working with all partners, regardless of the path taken to this moment.”

 

The outcome of the Assembly has prompted broader reflection on the state of global cooperation. Analysts view the vote as a signal of shifting power dynamics, where emerging economies are increasingly asserting their interests within multilateral institutions.

 

 Roosevel Chibudhom of Nigeria Mission in Kenya, and one of strong pillars of the Africa Group noted:
“That the development has real implications for how global development priorities are set and executed.”

 

As implementation of the Strategic Plan begins, the challenge will lie in maintaining cohesion and securing the resources necessary to deliver on its bold ambitions. The Plan’s emphasis on inter-agency collaboration and SDG alignment offers a roadmap for progress—but only if geopolitical tensions do not derail execution.

 

For the Africa Group and its allies, the vote marks a defining moment—proof that their collective voice can shape the global agenda. For the United States and others, it serves as a call to reengage diplomatically to preserve consensus without stifling reform.
 

In a world of deepening urban crises and shifting alliances, the adoption of the UN-Habitat Strategic Plan may be remembered not just for its contents, but for how it redefined the rules of international cooperation.
 

SPEECHES


Jul
03
2025

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:

  1. The successful cascading and signing of the 2024 Performance Contracts from the institutional to the individual level;
  2. The development and tracking of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) directly tied to Ministerial Deliverables;
  3. The conduct of quarterly performance reviews with timely reports submitted to the Central Delivery Coordination Unit (CDCU); and
  4. The consistent observance of PMS Day, as mandated by the Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation, fostering accountability and continuous tracking of outcomes.

These efforts have created a strong foundation for the 2025 cycle. Accordingly, this retreat seeks to:

  1. Review our 2024 performance to identify critical success factors and constraints;
  2. Agree on performance expectations and KPIs for 2025;
  3. Facilitate the signing of the 2025 Performance Contracts across all levels;
  4. Develop actionable Individual Development Plans to address capacity gaps; and
  5. Reaffirm our readiness for seamless monitoring and timely quarterly reporting, as required.

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.

 


Jul
03
2025

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,

  1. Let me begin by once again warmly welcoming everyone to this important Ministerial Retreat and the official signing of our 2025 Performance Contracts. This event provides us a moment to reflect, to refocus, and to recommit ourselves to the responsibility we have been entrusted with.
  2. His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has laid out a bold and ambitious vision through the Renewed Hope Agenda. As a Ministry, we play a key role in delivering on that promise—through housing, urban infrastructure, and land reforms. That responsibility is heavy, and rightly so. The expectations from the public—and from the President—are high.
  3. As you are all aware we started off very strong but the journey has not been easy. One of the major hurdles we have faced is funding. Budget releases have been slow, and we are all aware of the broader financial pressures the government is grappling with. These constraints have affected project timelines and limited what we could deliver.
  4. But that is exactly why we need to think differently. We can not  afford to rely solely on traditional funding methods. We need to be innovative. We need to build strong partnerships—especially through Public-Private Partnerships. PPPs give us the opportunity to tap into private sector resources, unlock capital, and bring in expertise to get things done faster and better.
  5. As you are all already aware, our 2025 deliverables are clear and targeted. They include:
    1. Delivering 20,000 housing units across the country;
    2. Creating incentives to attract private investment into local building materials production;
    3. Expanding land registration and documentation programmes to ensure security of tenure;
    4. Setting up a National Land Commission to anchor and coordinate land reforms;
    5. And fully rolling out a performance-based management system across all departments and units.
  6. These are real targets tied to national priorities and the President’s Performance Bond—which, as you know, is being closely tracked through the dashboards and scorecards developed by the CDCU.
  7. I want to take a moment to appreciate the support of the Central Delivery Coordinating Unit and the Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation. Your guidance and collaboration have been invaluable. But more importantly, the insights and systems you’ve introduced must now reflect in how we work every day.
  8. I also want to thank all of you—the staff and leadership of this Ministry—for your efforts so far. I know the sacrifices many of you make daily to keep things moving, especially in these tough times. But the truth is, we need to dig even deeper. We need more discipline, more creativity, and an even stronger commitment to delivering results.
  9. So as we sign these performance contracts today, let us treat them not as formalities, but as a renewed pledge—to serve, to deliver, and to keep pushing, no matter the obstacles.
  10. I remain fully committed to leading this charge, and I am counting on each and every one of you to do your part. Let’s move together—with focus, with integrity, and with a shared sense of purpose.
  11. On that note, I have the honour to formally declare this Ministerial Retreat on Performance Management and the Signing of the 2025 Performance Contracts open.
  12. Thank you, and God bless the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development.


God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT


Jun
20
2025

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT


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PHOTO NEWS


Aug
13
2025

WORKSHOP ON NATIONAL BUILDING SAFETY AND STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY INITIATIVE (NBSSII), WEDNESDAY, 13TH AUGUST,  2025.

workshop on National Building Safety and Structural Integrity Initiative (NBSSII), Wednesday, 13th August,  2025.

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PHOTO NEWS


Aug
13
2025

FROM NIGERIA LAND TITLING, REGISTRATION, DOCUMENTATION PROGRAMME, TUESDAY, AUGUST 12TH, 2025, EKO HOTEL, LAGOS.

From Nigeria Land Titling, Registration, Documentation Programme, Tuesday, August 12th, 2025, Eko Hotel, Lagos.

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