


Belgore Inaugurates Housing Ministry 2025 Procurement Planning Committee. * Urges the committee to adhere to regulations of probity, transparency, accountability The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, Dr. Shuaib Belgore (OON), has inaugurated the Procurement Planning Committee (PPC) of the Ministry, for the 2025 financial year. The committee under the Chairmanship of the Permanent Secretary, comprises representatives from all departments of the Ministry At the inauguration, Dr. Belgore stated that despite the fact that the 2025 budget which has been signed by President Bola Tinubu awaits further communication from the Budget office, he informed that the Secretary General of the Federation (SGF), has authorized the commencement of the procurement activities for the year. “ I have had a preview of the budget that has been approved by Mr. President, and I gladly tell you that what the ministry proposed is largely in tact, we have additions from quite a substantial volume of constituency project. We’re closing in very close to an additional 50 billion, It's a lot of work”, he said. Accordingly, the Permanent Secretary outlined the Terms of Reference of the PPC to include; preparing the needs assessments and evaluation of procuring entities, Identifying goods, works, and services required, preparing an analysis of cost implications of the proposed procurement, and aggregating the requirements within the department to enable the possibility of obtaining an economy of scale. He also emphasized on the need to aggregate requirements between departments, particularly the training needs of departments under one umbrella so that nearly every ministry staff member would benefit from training this year, and in turn integrate the Ministry’s expenditure into the yearly budget. Belgore urged the members of the committee to adhere to regulations of probity, transparency, and accountability; emphasizing on the adoption of the template from the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) to help keep the mandate of the Ministry in view. Similarly, he charged the committee members with dedication and hard work to the mandate of the Ministry, saying that he would reward all diligence. He further encouraged all the departments to make their inputs required to get the Bills of Engineering Measurement and Evaluation (BEME), Bills of Quantities, and other required documents ready in due time, hoping that the 2025 budget would all commence by April, and contracts awarded by July, 2025. Earlier in her opening remarks, the Director Public Procurement of the Ministry, Koriotaa Okobiah, (mrs), stated that the inauguration was in line with the provisions of sections 16 (1B) and 18 of the public procurement Act, 2007. Mrs Okobiah informed that the inauguration also was in compliance with the circular from the Office of the Secretary General of the Federation (OSGF) for the preparation and submission of the procurement plan for the 2025 financial year and commencement of procurement activities. “Various departments of the Ministry submitted their nominees to serve in the committee”, she added.
Dangiwa Warns Developers of Renewed Hope Housing Projects to Maintain High Construction Standards, Deliver Quality Work • Threatens demolition of substandard work, revocation of contracts. Housing and Urban Development Minister Arc 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, Rt Hon 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. 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 His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR 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. ...
Housing Ministry To Facilitate Reconstitution of SURCON - Belgore The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, Dr. Shuaib Belgore, has given assurance that the Ministry would facilitate the reconstitution of the Surveyors Registration Council of Nigeria (SURCON) to enable it to function optimally. Dr. Belgore gave the assurance when a delegation from SURCON paid him a courtesy visit in his office. He stated that the ministry would write to the Presidency, highlighting the significance of the Council in the practice of surveying and its impact on the career advancement of members in the civil service and to request for the reconstitution of the SURCON, assuring appropriate follow-up to secure the necessary consideration. "Without the Council in place, crucial processes such as promotions within the profession will be halted," Belgore noted The Ninth Council of SURCON was dissolved in June 2023 along with other federal boards and councils. Established by Decree 44 of 1989 (now Cap S.18 Law of the Federation of Nigeria 2004), SURCON is responsible for the registration and regulation of surveyors in Nigeria. The 59-member Council determines professional standards, sets registration requirements, and periodically reviews the standards to ensure best practices in the profession. On the issue of funding, Dr. Belgore advised SURCON to explore grant opportunities through the Ministry, recommending that the Council submit a formal request outlining its financial challenges and justifications for government intervention. Similarly, he encouraged SURCON to be proactive in seeking financial support from stakeholders to enhance its self-sufficiency. Earlier, the Registrar of SURCON, Surv. Kunle Olugbemiro, stated that the aimed of the visit was to appeal for the intervention of the ministry for the reconstitution of the council and secure financial support. He noted that while SURCON previously received funding through the Federal Government’s Appropriation Act and internally generated revenue (IGR), federal funding was withdrawn in December 2023, severely impacting the Council’s regulatory functions, including the monitoring of surveying practices. Olugbemiro outlined SURCON’s main IGR sources, including practice fees, registration fees, enlistment fees, sale of publications, and accreditation visitation fees. On his part, the President of Surveyors Council of Nigeria and Surveyor General of the Federation, Surv. Abdulganiyu Adebomehin, while emphasizing the urgency of reconstituting the council, highlighted that meetings and examinations cannot be conducted without a properly constituted Council. He appealed for the Ministry to urgently interven and also advocated for financial support to enable the Council to pay gratuities to its retiring officers. The meeting concluded with the presentation of a formal brief on SURCON to the Permanent Secretary. ...
FG Committed to Solving Housing Needs of Nigerians - Belgore The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, Dr Shuaib Belgore has restated the commitment of the federal government to solving the housing needs of Nigerians. Belgore retated this when he hosted the marketing manager of China Harbour Engineering Company limited, Mr Nicholas Liu who led his management officers on a visit to the ministry. " The primary mandate of the housing ministry under the Renewed Hope Housing Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR is to provide more housing for Nigerians" he stated. Belgore explained that the ministry currently has 14 active construction sites spread across the six geo- political zones of the country, building housing cities and estates, hoping to be commissioned by May 29th He told the Chinese team that the ministry is open to Public Private Partnership (PPP) as it will further advance the solution to housing problems in Nigeria, urging them to cooperate with the ministry to ensure more housing are timely provided. " By May 29th, the Renewed Hope Housing Units will be ready to mark Nigeria's democracy day. The administration is strongly committed to solving the housing problem, not just in the FCT but Nigeria at large" he remarked Earlier, the marketing manager of the China Harbour Engineering Company limited, Nicholas Liu, explained that their company has executed so many gigantic urban housing projects internationally in Kuala Lumpur, Malasia and Sri Lanka. Nicholas added that CHEC adheres to the concept of "building, operating and developing cities" and it has successfully completed world-class comprehensive urban development projects such as Colombo Port City in SriLanka and The Grand in Los Angeles, USA. Thus, it has a wealth of experience in urban planning, construction and development, industry import, operation management and other fields. ...
We Are Making Steady Progress!
In line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, the Hon. Minister of Housing and Urban Development is steadily establishing a strong nationwide footprint in affordable housing through the Renewed Hope Cities and Estates initiative. So far, we have covered thirteen states of the federation, in addition to the FCT, with a total of 10,112 housing units currently under construction. @MSIngawa
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KEYNOTE ADDRESS BY THE HON. MINISTER OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT AT THE MINISTRY’S 2025 SECTOR RETREAT, HELD AT RADISSON BLU HOTEL, IKEJA, LAGOS, ON WEDNESDAY, 19TH FEBRUARY 2025.
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OPENING STATEMENT BY THE HONOURABLE MINISTER OF STATE FEDERAL MINISTRY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT AT THE YEAR 2025 SECTOR RETREAT HELD ON 19th FEBRUARY 2025 IN RADDISSON BLU HOTEL, IKEJA, LAGOS.
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Chairman, Senate Committee on Housing and Urban Development
Chairman, House Committee on Housing and Habitat
Chairman, House Committee on Urban and Regional Development,
Distinguished Chief Executives of Agencies
The Media and members of the Press,
Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen,
It is with great honor and privilege that I stand before you today as we gather for this critical sector retreat. This retreat is not just an assembly of stakeholders; it is a convergence of visionaries, policy-makers, and practitioners, united in our collective ambition to transform the housing and urban development sector in alignment with the Renewed Hope Agenda of this administration.
Housing and urban development are central to National progress. They are key drivers of economic growth, social stability and improved quality of life. However, despite significant efforts in the past, we still grapple with the challenges of a housing deficit, inadequate infrastructure, and rapid urbanization. These challenges demand innovative solutions, bold strategies, and a commitment to collaboration among all stakeholders.
Over the course of the day, we shall be highlighting the progress that we are making towards actualizing the Renewed Hope Agenda of Mr. President for Housing and Urban Development and look forward to feedback from all Participants on the data insights and technical details that will be shared during this retreat.
The Renewed Hope Agenda for housing and urban development is a transformative vision that seeks to ensure that every Nigerian has access to affordable, decent, and sustainable housing. Our mission is clear: to create inclusive cities, unlock economic opportunities in the housing sector, and drive large-scale housing delivery.
Key Strategies for Implementation
To actualize this agenda, we are focusing on the following key strategies:
Identifying Opportunities to Boost Scale and Impact
Beyond strategies, we must explore emerging opportunities that can help us scale our efforts and achieve maximum impact. These include:
Call to Action
As we deliberate today, I urge us all to contribute actively to shaping a pragmatic and results-driven Roadmap. We must not only develop policies but also ensure their effective implementation. I assure you of this Ministry’s commitment to supporting policies and programs that will drive affordable housing, improve urban planning, and enhance sustainable development. Working together, we can make the Renewed Hope Agenda a reality for all Nigerians.
Conclusion
Let this retreat be a defining moment in our journey toward a reformed and revitalized housing and urban development sector. Let us seize this opportunity to align our collective efforts, leverage our resources, and implement solutions that will leave a lasting impact on future generations.
Thank you and I look forward to our productive discussions and outcomes.
Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development in Collaboration with the World Bank
Invite
Key Stakeholders on Land Related Matters
to the
Workshop on National Land Registration and Documentation Programme (NLRDP)
Scheduled as folows;
Date: Wednesday, 19th March, 2025
Time: 9:00am
Venue: Transcorp Hilton Abuja Aguiyi Ironsi Street, Maitama.
PHOTO SPEAK: HOUSING MINISTRY SUPPORTS BUMPAN ON LOCAL BUILDING MATERIALS NEEDS OF NIGERIANS
Photo Speak: Housing Ministry Supports BUMPAN On Local Building Materials Needs of Nigerians
THE OCCASSION OF THE INAUGURATION OF THE FEDERAL MINISTRY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT 2025 PROCUREMENT PLANNING COMMITTEE (PPP), BY THE PERMANENT SECRETARY, DR SHUAIB BELGORE
The occassion of the inauguration of the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development 2025 Procurement Planning Committee (PPP), by the Permanent Secretary, Dr Shuaib Belgore