Happy 64th Independence Day Nigerians,   Under the Renewed Hope Agenda, we are witnessing unprecedented reforms, particularly in housing and urban development. Our sector has seen historic and transformational strides over the past one year in line with the bold vision of Mr. President.   This year’s celebration will be remembered as a turning point, where the country begins to fully harness its resources for the collective benefit of all Nigerians and His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's leadership is dismantling long-standing barriers which had stifled the nation’s progress. ...

Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary Marks New Era of Financial Freedom, Sustainable Growth and Prosperity – Dangiwa Abuja, 1 October 2024– The Honourable Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, has declared that Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary marks the dawn of a new era of prosperity, urging citizens to view the current challenges as essential sacrifices for the nation's sustainable development. In his Independence Day goodwill message, the Minister emphasized that this year’s celebration will be remembered as a turning point, where the country begins to fully harness its resources for the collective benefit of all Nigerians. He highlighted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's leadership in dismantling long-standing barriers to growth, such as fuel subsidies and the multiple foreign exchange windows which had stifled the nation’s progress. “The hemorrhaging of our national wealth has been stopped under President Tinubu. We are transitioning into a new phase where Nigeria’s resources are being channeled into critical infrastructure, driving industrial growth, strengthening the economy, and making our country a more prosperous and livable place,” Dangiwa stated. He further remarked, “Under the Renewed Hope Agenda, we are witnessing unprecedented reforms, particularly in housing and urban development. Our sector has seen transformational strides never before achieved.” Dangiwa detailed significant achievements, noting that the government is currently constructing 6,612 housing units across 13 states and the FCT, with many nearing completion. He underscored the Ministry’s commitment to a “Zero Tolerance for Uncompleted Projects” policy and highlighted ongoing urban renewal and slum upgrading initiatives in over 26 locations nationwide, providing essential infrastructure such as roads, water, electricity, and streetlights. Additionally, the Minister spotlighted the forthcoming National Social Housing Fund, a demonstration of President Tinubu's pledge to make homeownership accessible to all Nigerians, regardless of income. “We are also collaborating with the World Bank and exploring other avenues to improve land administration, aiming to unlock more than $300 billion in dormant capital,” he added. As the nation celebrates its 64th Independence, President Tinubu has called for a modest observance and urged Nigerians to remain hopeful and patient as the country strides toward a brighter future. ...

INDEPENDENCE DAY: MINISTER GWARZO CONGRATULATES PRESIDENT,  NIGERIANS  Honourable Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, Abdullahi Tijjani Gwarzo, has congratulated President Bola Ahmad Tinubu GCFR and entire Nigerians on the occasion of the country's 64th independence anniversary. The Minister made the statement in a message to Nigerians marking this year's independence anniversary. He said as the nation completes another glorious year of her independence, Nigerians have every cause to celebrate the remarkable achievements recorded in our journey to nationhood. "Eventhough our journey to the nationhood was tough and thorny, but with the determination of our leaders Nigeria has attained a significant milestone as the biggest economy and largest democracy in African continent", the Minister said.  He added that "independence Day is celebrated with utmost fervour, zest and a spirit of patriotism to mark the innumerable sacrifices of our leaders both past and present as well as honour the fact that we are living in a free Nigeria". The Minister has assured Nigerians that President Bola Ahmad Tinubu GCFR, is working assiduously to fix the country's problems, saying  that people's oriented programmes were initiated and numerous projects have came on board and are targeted at addressing the multiple challenges facing the nation. Minister Gwarzo, stated that their Ministry of Housing and Urban Development is pursuing the Renewed Hope Estate and Cities programme vigorously with a view to ensuring that every individuals has access to a safe, affordable, and dignified home irrespective of gender or status. The Minister, therefore, praised Nigerians  for their unalloyed loyalty and contribution to the development of our nation's democratic institutions. He declared that the years ahead would be prosperous as Nigerians would count blessings and opportunities under President Bola Ahmad Tinubu's administration. ...