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Apr
16
2025

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Dangiwa Reads Riot Act to Renewed Hope Housing Developers

 

*  Warns of blacklisting non-performing contractors and demolition of substandard works

 

The Honourable Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, has issued a stern warning to developers handling Renewed Hope Housing Projects across the country, urging them to ensure timely delivery and strict adherence to quality standards.

 

Speaking during a status review meeting with developers on ongoing housing projects in several states, the Minister made it clear that the Federal Government will not tolerate negligence, substandard execution, or delays in project delivery.

 

“This administration is committed to doing things differently. Do not assume it’s business as usual. It is not. If you signed a contract with the government, you must deliver accordingly,” the Minister stated emphatically.

 

Arc. Dangiwa declared that non-performing contractors risk being blacklisted—not just from future housing projects with the Ministry, but from all Federal Government housing and infrastructure contracts. He also warned that any substandard structures discovered on project sites will be demolished and the responsible contractors sanctioned.

 

“We are not just building houses, we are building homes. If you collect government funds, you must deliver results. We will not fold our arms and allow incompetence or bad faith to derail the Renewed Hope Agenda,” he said.

 

While expressing appreciation for developers who have shown commitment and professionalism, the Minister reaffirmed the Ministry’s determination to honour all contractual obligations—provided that quality and timelines are respected.

 

In a related directive, Arc. Dangiwa tasked Federal Controllers of Housing in the states to intensify monitoring and supervision efforts on all project sites. He urged them to provide consistent guidance and ensure that construction activities proceed smoothly and in compliance with specifications.

 

The Renewed Hope Housing Programme is a flagship initiative of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, designed to expand access to affordable housing for Nigerians and drive inclusive development.

 

Mar
20
2025

FG Partnes World Bank On Land Reforms,  Administration Challenges   * Aims to increase land registration process from less than 10% to over 50% in the next 10 years    * State governments key partners in achieving specific goals - Dangiwa   The Federal government of Nigeria is set to intensify engagements with the World Bank to implement reforms that would unlock the potentials of Nigeria’s landed assets through the National Land Registration, Documentation, and Titling Programme (NLRDP)    The Honourable Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa disclosed this at the workshop on National Land Registration and Documentation Programme (NLRDP), held on Wednesday March 19, 2025, in Abuja.   He decried the long standing challenges Nigeria has faced in land governance which includes; inefficient property registration process which has resulted in less than 10% of land registration in Nigeria, lack of a systematic and credible, framework to identify property ownership, interests, and location, lack of essential infrastructure, Inadequate data for effective land valuation in both urban and rural areas, among others.    The Minister outlined the  frameworks devised by the Ministry in collaboration with the State governments to address the challenges to include;  registration, documentation, titling of all land parcels to unlock Nigeria’s dead capital, developing a National Digital Land Information System, formalizing land transactions from less than 10% to over 50% in the next 10 years.   He also spoke about Plans to train and deploy technical competence in land administration officers nationwide, emphasizing on collaboration between federal and state governments to establish a uniform framework.   To achieve these objectives, Arc. Dangiwa informed that the Ministry in 2024, solicited the partnership of the World Bank, pointing out that the Bank’s recent technical mission provided invaluable insights into the current state of land administration in Nigeria;    “The findings and recommendations from this mission will serve as the foundation for the discussions and action plans emerging from this workshop”, he said. Accordingly, The Minister acknowledged that the World Bank's technical capacity, global best practices, and financial resources were crucial for addressing Nigeria's land governance challenges.   He noted that a key topic to be discussed at the workshop;   "The Implementation of Systematic Land Titling and Registration (SLTR)," would address  the current land administration process which is  outdated and expensive, leading to less than 10% of the entire land in the country being unregistered since 1883.   “The SLTR allows a systematic identification, demarcation and adjudication of every aspect of land within a jurisdiction in the presence and concurrence of the adjoining parcel owners”, he explained.   He also emphasized on the need to build upon the exhaustive and comprehensive work done by the Presidential Technical Committee on Land Reforms (PTCLR ). Accordingly,  he mentioned the significance of  legitimizing Systematic Land Titling and Registration under the framework of the Land Use Act (LUA), informing that the Presidential Technical Committee developed land regulations, which included provisions for the STLR.   Dangiwa further informed that the regulations were endorsed by the National Economic Council in May 2017, adding that it was awaiting the approval of the National Council of State. Similarly, Arc. Dangiwa noted that  another key area for discussion is the role of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and  digital tools in modernizing land administration, highlighting these technologies enhance accuracy, efficiency, and transparency in land registration.   The Minister as well hinted on adopting Public- Private Partnership in land registration and digitization,  emphasizing PPPs plays significant  role in  mobilizing resources and expertise for land administration reforms.   While acknowledging the important roles of traditional and community leaders in land governance and dispute resolution, Arc Dangiwa emphasised the need to develop strategies to integrate customary land tenure into formal registration systems and reduce land disputes.    "Their involvement will ensure that the NLRDP is inclusive and respects the rights of all Nigerians," he stated. The Minister also highlighted the exploration of public-private partnerships (PPPs) in land registration and digitization, as well as the role of traditional and community leaders in land governance and dispute resolution.   He further reassured the State Governments, the World Bank and all stakeholders of the commitment of President Bola Tinubu to drive the ongoing transformation in the Nation’s Land Administration . In his goodwill message, the Chairman Senate Committee on Housing and Urban Development, Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, stated that the Committee was fully committed to providing robust executive support that would ensure the success of the National Lands Registration and Documentation programme.   According to him, some of these supports include; Land and social frameworks, conducting of oversight functions to ensure accountability, collaborating with state Assemblies to harmonise land related matters, among others.   Also in his goodwill message, the Country Director of the World Bank, Dr. Ndiamé Diop represented by the Senior Social Development Specialist, Dr. Mike Ilesanmi expressed happiness to be part of the initiatives of the National Land Registration and Documentation Program as it aligned with the World Bank’s vision to eradicate poverty.   He noted that the workshop was an initiative that would help unlock investments at the National and sub-national level, further assuring of the Bank’s readiness to continue in the support to get the expected outcome from the program.   Similarly, the Chairman, Land Reform Task Team in his goodwill Rev. Ugochukwu Chime, stated that the Land use act was long overdue for an overhaul, acknowledging the need to have a comfortable land management allocation and execution protocols which is very critical for any development in a nation.   Earlier in his opening remarks, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, Dr. Shuaib Belgore noted that the National Lands Registration and Documentation Programme was a pivotal and significant step towards strengthening Nigeria’s land administration system as well as a crucial factor in promoting economic growth, social stability, and national development.   He outlined some key objectives of the programme to include; Ensuring a unified and efficient Land Registration System by working closely with state governments, Land actors and Agencies with the view of creating a standardised approach that will reduce duplication, inconsistencies, and bureaucratic bottlenecks, Leveraging Technology for land digitization which aims at transition from manual to digital land records that improves data security, minimise fraudulent activities, and facilitate ease of doing business in real estate and mortgage sectors in line with global best practices, others.   In his welcome address, the Director, Lands and Housing Development, ESV. Collins Alabi sought the support and cooperation of all states for the successful implementation of the national land registration and documentation program.   He recognized the critical role of the state governments in land administration, encouraging them to align their land administration systems with national and global standards. The workshop brought together key stakeholders, including State Governments, development partners and professional in the private sector and academia  to discuss the way forward in achieving the initiatives.   ...

Mar
18
2025

FG Advances Public -Private Partnerships  to Drive Housing and Urban Development - Dangiwa   * says partnering Shelter Afrique Development Bank to Deliver 5,000 Affordable Housing Units    Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, has disclosed that the  Ministry is intensifying efforts to harness Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) as a key strategy for addressing critical housing and urban development challenges in Nigeria.   He made this known at the Renewed Hope Housing Public Private Partnership Summit held at Shehu Yar'adua Centre, Abuja on  Monday,17th March, 2025.   The theme for the Summit is “Leveraging PPPs to Deliver Renewed Hope Agenda for Housing  AND Urban Development."   The Minister noted that the vision to convene industry leaders, housing institutions, policymakers, and stakeholders to deliberate on leveraging Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) to advance the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for housing and urban development was both timely and transformative   Arc. Musa Dangiwa also affirmed the ministry's commitment and determination  to break the cycle of inaction and deliver tangible results in the housing sector, adding in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda, the Ministry is spearheading transformative initiatives to enhance urban renewal, optimize federal assets, and improve land administration through Public Private Partnership.   He bemoaned  that the Nigeria  is  battling with  inadequate housing supply to meet the demands of a rapidly growing population and the prevalence of substandard housing where over 70% of Nigeria's 43 million housing units do not meet the basic standards of habitability, safety, sanitation, accessibility, and infrastructure as outlined by the United Nations and the World Health Organization (WHO).   Arc Dangiwa also revealed that aside collaborating with National Population Commission, the ministry  has established an Industry -Wide Team to develop a National Housing Data Infrastructure in order to have credible housing data.   However,  Federal Government is  working  with an estimated housing deficit of over 20 million units and bridging the gap would mean delivering 500,000 housing units annually over the next decade, at an average cost of N10 million per unit,  meaning it would  require over N5 trillion annually  (approximately $6.25 billion) to achieve that.   "This scale of investment necessitates a collaborative strategy involving both the government and the private sector," He said.   Accordingly, the Public Private Partnerships (PPPs) is a key part of the ministry’s efforts to ensure that it conceive and implement large scale affordable housing and urban development interventions as well as create significant impact nationwide to complement budgetary allocations.   The Minister noted that under a PPP framework arrangement, the Federal Government is working to deliver 100,000 Units with a Consortium of Developers, informing,under the  phase one of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), the ministry would deliver seven (7) Renewed Hope Cities targeting the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Lagos, Kano, Maiduguri, Enugu, Port Harcourt, and Nasarawa with effective demand for housing.   Arc Dangiwa also informed that in a broader effort to enhance urban renewal and slum upgrade programs, the Ministry is strengthening collaborations with multilateral institutions, particularly UN-Habitat emphasising the recent  presidential approval for Nigeria's $500,000 annual subscription to UN- Habitat marks a significant step toward large -scale urban interventions.    To further facilitate urban development discourse and networking among stakeholders, he revealed that the ministry  is planning Nigeria's first National Urban Forum in alignment with New Urban Agenda.   On Federal assets nationwide, the Minister said that the Ministry is exploring innovative PPP models to optimize underutilized federal assets, including dilapidated properties and prime land, hinting plans are underway for the possible establishment of a Housing and Urban Development Special Purpose Investment Vehicle (SPIV) to transform these assets into revenue-generating projects that will fund affordable and social housing.   He said that over the nineteen months, the Ministry has aggressively pursued PPP-driven solutions, but the scale of the challenge remains vast. As such, the Ministry is calling on technically and financially capable partners to collaborate in delivering the Renewed Hope Agenda.   "We need more PPPs to drive these ambitious projects. If you have value to add to our work,you can be assured of a willing and committed partner in us,"  Arc Dangiwa stated.    Also,  the Minister signed a landmark housing development partnership agreement with Shelter Afrique Development Bank (ShafDB) to accelerate the delivery of affordable housing across the country.     "The agreement is historic because  this is the  first time the Federal Government, through the Ministry ,  is directly collaborating with ShafDB to access developer financing for affordable housing," the Minister remarked.    He explained that  the first phase of the partnership will deliver 5,000 housing units, with plans for nationwide expansion, noting the agreement underscores governments commitment to making homeownership more accessible to Nigerians.   The Minister also said ShafDB will  support in providing  technical advisory services, including comprehensive assessment of Nigeria's housing market using its innovative VIRAL model. He explained the model will lead to the development of country housing deficit reduction strategy paper and three PPP transaction  models for affordable housing and urban renewal projects.   He added that the bank will also give assistance in identifying strategic private sector partners, structuring market- attractive PPP transactions , and raising fund for housing and urban development initiatives, noting capacity building programs in form of training, workshops, and policy development exercise will be conducted to enhance the ministry's capabilities.   Meanwhile, the Minister has called on  the management of Infrastructure Concession Regulation Commission ( ICRC )to modify the it guidelines on PPP to accommodate the "unique characteristics and challenges" of housing development.   He said, "Housing development often requires different financial mechanisms, shorter timelines, and a focus on affordability and social impact, making the current ICRC guidelines less than ideal without further modifications."   Arc Dangiwa outlined the areas the ministry has issues with ICRC to include;  focus on large scale infrastructure, financial model incompatibility, target market and affordability,land acquisition and regulatory challenges amongst others, expressing optimism that working with the new management of the Commission, all the problems will be resolved to enable the ministry speed up its PPP projects.   Earlier in his goodwill message, the Chairman Senate Committee on Housing and Urban Development, Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, reaffirmed the unwavering dedication of the Committee to supporting progressive policies and legislative framework that fosters sustainable housing development, adding that creating an enabling environment for PPP’s to thrive required robust legal and regulatory frameworks.   “We stand ready to collaborate with all stakeholders to facilitate this objectives”, he said.   Senator Tambuwal assured that the legislative efforts of the Committee would remain focused on ensuring transparency, streamlining processes and eliminating bureaucratic bottlenecks that hinder private sector investments in housing.   On his part while giving his welcome remarks, the convener of the Renewed Hope Housing Summit, Dr. Olayemi Rotimi Shodimu, informed that the summit which is the first National Open dialog on Public Private Partnership in Nigeria’s housing sector, aims to foster collaboration between public and private stakeholders in the sector.   He said it marked a significant milestone in addressing Nigeria's housing deficit estimated at 17 to 28 million units, and promoting sustainable urban development.   Dr. Shodimu further informed that the summit aims to increase awareness of PPP models, identify innovative financing options, and develop comprehensive policy recommendations.   Also in his opening remarks, the Permanent Secretary Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, Dr. Shuaib Belgore, stated that the summit was a testament to the government's commitment to fostering partnerships that will harness the strengths of both Public and Private sectors, to meet the growing demand for affordable housing.   He expressed confident that the collaboration between the two sectors would play a transformative role in addressing the challenges facing the housing sector.   In her presentation of the PPP strategy and framework for Housing and Urban Development, the Head Public Private Partnership (PPP) of the Ministry, Arc. Abimbola Asein, brought the participants up to speed with the vision and mission of the Ministry.   To achieve the vision, she outlined some strategic objectives to include; Increasing Affordable Housing Supply, Enhancing Urban Infrastructure, Fostering Innovation and Sustainability, Ensuring Inclusivity and Equity, among others.   Arc.  Asein mentioned key programs and initiatives that would help translate the strategic objectives into action, flagship programs such as the Renewed Hope Cities and Estates Programme which targets the delivery of 200,000 affordable housing units by 2030, and the National Urban Renewal and Slum Upgrade Programme, aiming to develop 50 urban and slum upgrade projects by 2030.     Accordingly, Arc. Asein listed some key elements of the PPP framework to include Policy and Regulatory Reforms, Strengthening of Institutional Structures, and more.   Highlight of the event was the signing of memorandum between the Housing Ministry and the Shelter Afrique Development Bank, as well as the presentation of a milestone award by the Real House Communication LTD, to the Honourable Minister for the giant strides so far achieved in the Ministry.   ...

Mar
14
2025

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. ...

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Mar
07
2024

We are Committed to Improving Staff Welfare  - Dangiwa

....Engages Tulsi Foundation Hospital to provide Free Medical Eye Test, Care for ministry's staff

 

As part of its commitment to improving  the welfare and well being of staff, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, has engaged the Tulsi Chanrai Foundation Eye Hospital, Abuja to provide free eye medical tests and care for the staff of the ministry.

 

While declaring the commencement of the free eye care exercise, Minister Arc Ahmed Dangiwa, stated that, welfare of staff is paramount in order to build a healthy workforce to attain high performance. According to the minister, the eye hospital service delivery is not for profit venture rather service to humanity.

 

Earlier, the Permanent Secretary, Dr Marcus Ogunbiyi, described the free eye medical test for the stsff of the ministry as a milestone in response to staff welfare, pointing out that the issue of welfare is not only limited to money, but it covers the overall wellbeing of the staff. Dr Ogunbiyi applauded Minister, Arc Ahmed  Dangiwa for bringing this free eye medical care, saying that it is the first of its kind in the ministry.

 

The coordinator of the Tulsi Chanrai Eye Hospital Foundation,  commended the minister for the gesture, ssying that he didn't hesitate in welcoming the idea after mentioning it to him.

 


Feb
23
2024

Housing Ministry Inaugurates Delivery Task Team on Presidential Priorities, Deliverables

 

Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, Marcus Ogunbiyi, PhD has inaugurated a delivery task team on the Presidential Priorities and Ministry's Deliverables.

 

The task team is a 25-man team drawn from the Ministry’s Headquarters, alongside some Agencies of the Ministry.

 

In his address, Dr. Marcus Ogunbiyi expressed optimism that the inauguration of the task teams would mark a turn around for Ministry’s activities in the sense that all departments would be responsive, having the knowledge that all activities would be monitored and reported in order to reflect the Presidential mandate of outstanding performance. 

 

He emphasized on the importance of the task team, urging the team to know their roles and responsibilities as well as take their duties very seriously in order to execute their tasks excellently.

 

Dr. Ogunbiyi informed the team that there would be quarterly reporting and assessment on the Ministerial and Presidential deliverables, and as such, an awareness seminar would be organized for the task team where more details of their tasks would be unveiled.

 

“We must be able to monitor and guide all the activities to know where we are at a given time”, he stated.

 

The Permanent Secretary also stressed the importance of generating accurate data by the task team, adding that there was need for efficient and effective method of collecting and managing data such that would capture every task the team would embark on.

 

In his remarks, the Special Adviser to the Honourable Minister on Administration, Adamu Ladan, noted that it was an honour and a milestone in the Ministry to inaugurate the task team because the present administration has taken the initiative which is a very fundamental one to the deliverable of its mandate.

 

He advised the task team to consider themselves very critical and key to the implementation of the Ministry’s mandate and so should take every task very importantly.

 

Referring to a law by the Central Coordinating Unit (CCU), Ladan advised that every data provided would be accounted for, stressing that every tiny detail in the implementation of the ministry’s deliverables must be captured so that the data being supplied will be cogent.

 

“We shouldn’t be found wanting in any aspect of our deliverable, so I urge us to pay attention to the tasks assigned to us and carry it out responsibly”, he stated.

 

Speaking on behalf of the task team, Director Planning Research and Statistics of the Ministry, Mohammed Bala Saulawa, appreciated the Permanent Secretary and the Honourable Minister for his support, encouragement as well as the responsibility given to them.

 

Saulawa assured the Permanent of their commitment to always come up with accurate and reliable data that would make the Ministry as a whole, proud.

 

He also disclosed that the department was working seriously to meet up with the timeline set by the CCU and as a result, issued a circular to all departments to submit their performance and achievements in order for a presentation to be made to the Honourable Minister and the Permanent Secretary before any action by the CCU.

 

He further appreciated the Permanent Secretary for approving a workshop for the task team officers and also pledged on behalf of the team to deliver their responsibilities effectively.

SPEECHES


Feb
20
2025

OPENING STATEMENT BY THE MINISTER OF STATE, FEDERAL MINISTRY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, RT. HON YUSUF ABDULLAHI ATA AT THE STAKEHOLDER'S ENGAGEMENT ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF FISCAL INCENTIVES FOR MANUFACTURERS OF LOCAL BUILDING MATERIALS COMPONENTS IN NIGERIA, HELD AT THE RADISSON BLU HOTEL, G.R.A IKEJA, LAGOS ON 20TH FEBRUARY, 2025

 

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Honourable Minister,

Chairman Senate Committee on Lands, Housing & Urban Development,

Chairmen of the relevant House Committees,

Permanent Secretary,

Directors and Staff of the Ministry,

Speakers at this event,

Chairmen of the Four (4) Reform Task Teams,

Stakeholders from relevant MDAs and the Private Sector,

Officials of the Lagos State Government,

Members of the Press,

Ladies & Gentlemen.

 

It is my honour and great previlege to give the opening statement at this very important session on the development of fiscal incentives for manufacturers of local building materials components in Nigeria. We are gathered here today to discuss how we can jointly work to enhance the production of local building materials, reduce construction costs, and, in the process, stimulate economic growth in our nation.

 

2.       As part of the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development’s (FMHUD) commitment to Nigeria’s development agenda under the Presidential Priorities and Ministerial Deliverables for 2023-2027, we are focused on addressing key challenges in the housing and construction sectors. Our objectives include rapidly reforming our housing institutions, establishing a National Social Housing Fund, revising the Land Use Act, and ensuring the construction of at least 20,000 housing units annually.

 

3.       However, one of the key focus areas of this administration is establishing a private sector-led local building materials manufacturing cluster in each of Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones. This initiative will focus on the development of fiscal incentives to support private investors, particularly in the local production of building components.

 

4.       The construction and real estate sectors are vital drivers of Nigeria’s economic growth. They employ millions of people and contribute significantly to our GDP. But we face some daunting challenges in these sectors. The high cost and inconsistent supply of building materials remain critical obstacles. Import dependence on materials like cement, iron rods, tiles, glass, and roofing sheets inflates construction costs. Moreover, the production capabilities of our local manufacturers remain underdeveloped, adding to the cost burden.

 

5.       To meet the needs of our growing population and rapidly urbanizing communities, we must focus on increasing local production. We need to reduce reliance on imports, make building materials more affordable, and create jobs for our people.

 

6.       In light of these challenges, we are exploring the establishment of manufacturing hubs in each of Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones. These hubs will focus on producing key building materials, such as cement, steel, roofing materials, tiles, paints, and glass etc. By boosting local production, we aim to reduce construction costs, stimulate economic development, promote regional growth, and generate employment opportunities.

 

7.       The hubs will be strategically placed in key locations like Ogun, Delta, Abia, Kano, Gombe, and Kwara states, with each hub serving its respective region. These hubs will not only enhance production capabilities but will also offer significant opportunities for private sector investment, vocational training, and innovation.

 

8        The key objective is to establish a sustainable, decentralized network of building materials manufacturing hubs across Nigeria's six geopolitical zones aimed at improving the nation’s manufacturing competitiveness. The hubs will bring together the states in the region, industry partners, local businesses, local governments, economic development agencies, and educational institutions, to collaborate and grow the required regional manufacturing.  The development of a strong local manufacturing ecosystem will ensure the hubs are driven from within the geo-political zones, based on local knowledge and insight. The ecosystem will develop over time and position the hubs to be self-sustaining, going forward.

 

9.       The hubs will synergize with our vocational and tertiary institutions to develop a workforce with strong skills in science, technology, and engineering and provide a significant opportunity by bringing together industry and researchers in one place to potentially work on developmental projects together. The advantages associated with the hub include the offering of significant and transformational benefits for regional manufacturing businesses including:

  1. a benchmarking service;
  2. saving time for business and helping manufacturers focus more on developing their products;
  3. assistance to help bring products to market;
  4. showcasing regional manufacturers and maximization of regional cost advantages;
  5. Workforce Development and Training for businesses and employees;
  6. business mentoring and coaching;  
  7. developing important career pathways to and from schools and universities;
  8. growing SMEs to drive growth in regional areas and job creation;
  9. bringing together business and research to improve regional manufacturing capabilities

 

10.     The co-location strategy is to amongst others, ensure that the value added through innovations in these hubs, spread rapidly across the six geo-political zones. The hubs will be under the purview of the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development and a central oversight committee may be established and chaired by the Honorable Minister or his representative. The Committee will be responsible for the strategic direction of the hubs, amongst others. Membership may include representatives of state governments, universities, vocational institutions, unions, and industry players.

 

11.     The Role of Fiscal Incentives in Boosting Local Manufacturing: As we discuss the role of fiscal incentives in driving the success of these manufacturing hubs, we recognize that it is critical for the government to provide robust and targeted support. The following incentives are currently under consideration:

  1. Tax Incentives: As a Ministry, we intend to push for tax holidays or exemptions for new and expanding building materials factories and we believe that, reduced corporate tax rates and investment tax credits will make it easier for manufacturers to invest in technology, machinery, and capacity building.
  2. Subsidies and Grants: We are considering subsidies for the importation or local procurement of raw materials, as well as government grants for research and development initiatives aimed at improving efficiency and reducing production costs.
  3. Access to Cheap Financing: In synergy with other government agencies, we will work with local banks and development finance institutions to provide low-interest loans, credit guarantee schemes, and financing to encourage manufacturers to expand their operations.
  4. Infrastructure Development: The government will focus on improving energy supply, transportation, and logistics infrastructure. This includes ensuring reliable power supply and upgrading key transport networks to reduce the cost of raw material supply and distribution.
  5. Local Content Policies: We are exploring policies to provide preference for locally produced materials in government construction projects, encouraging manufacturers to increase production to meet the growing demand.
  6. Duty Waivers on Equipment Imports: We will also synergize with relevant MDAs to consider offering duty-free or reduced duties on essential manufacturing equipment and raw materials to help reduce initial capital expenditure for manufacturers.
  7. Building Material Manufacture Hubs (Industrial Parks and Special Economic Zones (SEZs)): The Building Materials Manufacturing Hubs under reference are being contemplated as industrial parks, specifically designed for building materials manufacturers, where they can benefit from tax incentives, shared infrastructure, and improved access to raw materials.
  8. Capacity Building and Skills Development: In addition to fiscal incentives, we understand the importance of skills development. Training programs and vocational schemes will be rolled out to ensure that we have a well-equipped and highly skilled workforce to support the growth of the manufacturing hubs. This collaboration with educational and technical institutions will ensure that local manufacturers benefit from continuous skills development, which will in turn help improve product quality and operational efficiency.
  9. Export Incentives: To further encourage growth, we will also explore export incentives, such as export subsidies, tax exemptions on profits from exported goods, and assistance with navigating international markets. This will allow our local manufacturers to scale up production and tap into regional and global markets, boosting the competitiveness of Nigerian-made building materials.
  10. Collaboration and Support for Research and Innovation: As a Ministry, we recognize the role of research, development, and innovation in driving long-term success. Through government support for R&D, we aim to encourage the development of new technologies that will improve the sustainability, cost-efficiency, and competitiveness of local manufacturers.

 

12.     Nigeria is already witnessing promising success stories in this sector. Companies like X Engineering Ltd and Green Build Nigeria have championed innovative solutions, producing high-quality cement alternatives and eco-friendly bricks using locally sourced materials. Through strategic partnerships and government support, these enterprises have demonstrated the viability and competitiveness of our local manufacturing industry. Furthermore, the adoption of indigenous materials such as stabilized earth blocks, bamboo-reinforced concrete, and locally sourced roofing materials has led to cost reductions of up to 30% in some housing projects.

 

13.     In the Northern Region, communities have embraced interlocking compressed earth bricks, significantly reducing dependency on imported alternatives. Similarly, in the Niger Delta, the use of recycled plastic as a construction material is not only tackling waste management issues but also providing affordable housing solutions.

 

14.     Finally, I will like to thank and specially recognize Arc. Nuhu S. Wya and his Task Team on the establishment of the Building Materials Manufacturing Hubs for their detailed work and guidance. The establishment of local building materials manufacturing hubs and the development of fiscal incentives are critical to addressing the challenges in the construction sector. These efforts of the FGN, will not only lower the cost of building materials but will also create jobs, stimulate regional development, and reduce our reliance on imports.

 

15.     We look forward to engaging with you, our esteemed stakeholders, to explore the best ways to implement these initiatives. Together, we can ensure that Nigeria’s construction industry becomes more self-sufficient, efficient, and competitive, contributing to the overall growth and prosperity of our nation.

 

16.     Thank you for your time and participation. We look forward to a fruitful and productive session.

 


Feb
19
2025

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.

 

Protocols

 

  1. This is the first Housing and Urban Development Sector Retreat we are holding as a Ministry since assuming office about seventeen (17) months ago. It could not have come at a better time, as we are just about to enter another budget year following the recent passage of the 2025 Appropriation Bill by the National Assembly.

 

  1. This Retreat is also special due to the participation of the Distinguished Chairmen and Members of the National Assembly Committees that oversee our Ministry. We are also joined by several other critical housing sector stakeholders, including Chairmen and members of the Reform Task Teams we set up, who have done excellent work, as well as professionals from the private sector.

 

  1. Together, we have gathered here a distinguished pool of personalities to brainstorm, interact, and share knowledge, ideas, and insights on how to actualize the Renewed Hope Agenda of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR.

 

  1. Before I proceed, I want to take a moment to specially appreciate the Chairmen and Distinguished Members of the National Assembly. When the Budget Office presented their budget, the Ministry initially received a significant reduction from the amount provided in 2024.

 

  1. We engaged with the National Assembly Committees, and they intervened to increase our budget by an additional N50 billion. They deserve a big round of applause from us all on behalf of Nigerians. What they have done is not for us as individuals but for the many Nigerians who will benefit from the Ministry’s interventions, the additional jobs that will be created, the businesses and individuals that will be empowered through our increased capacity to offset inherited liabilities, and the positive impact on the economy.

 

  1. While we are deeply grateful for this increase, like Oliver Twist, we would like to ask for more. If you recall, we had made a strong case for an additional N360 billion to enable us to expand the coverage and spread of Mr. President’s Renewed Hope Estates to 18 more states, expand our urban renewal program to cover over 100 more sites and to take care of liabilities alongside others.

 

  1. The N50 billion is a good start. We will continue to engage with our National Assembly stakeholders, whom we hold in the highest esteem, as well as the Budget Office. In fact, I have set up a Stakeholders Management Team, led by the Hon. Minister of State and the Permanent Secretary, in whom I am well pleased, to ensure that we are proactive in carrying critical stakeholders along in all our activities.

 

  1. What I have been advocating for, in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, is that as a country and a government, we must prioritize housing as a catalyst for economic growth. Investment in housing and urban development is not only a moral necessity but also an economic imperative. When we provide people with decent homes and build livable communities, we are not only improving their quality of life, making them proud and patriotic Nigerians, but we are also developing the economy and ensuring national security.

 

  1. Under the Renewed Hope Agenda, Mr. President listed housing as critical infrastructure, in the same category as roads, bridges, and others. What we are engaging with relevant ministries and stakeholders in government to correct is the continuing mismatch between the required interventions in housing and the budgetary allocation. It is a great irony that housing still receives only a fraction of what is allocated to other similar infrastructure sectors despite its massive potential as a catalyst for economic growth.

 

  1. As stakeholders, you would agree that there have been several attempts by previous administrations over the past 50 years to fix Nigeria’s housing problems.

 

  1. If you look at the state of the housing sector today, you will see that the results are not encouraging. We have a huge housing deficit, with the majority of Nigeria’s 43 million households living in substandard housing. Additionally, the majority of our cities are surrounded by slums.

 

  1. Our sector is one that has suffered political neglect since the period immediately after independence, when emphasis was placed on five-yearly Development Plans as the vehicle for economic growth.

 

  1. Under the Renewed Hope Agenda of Mr. President, we are determined to make a difference. We are optimistic and encouraged by the possibilities that the future holds, rather than the failures of the past. Just because programs failed in the past does not mean they will fail today.

 

  1. As you all know, leaders matter in the history of nation-building, and what they bring to the table also matters. That is what Mr. President represents, and we intend to replicate his CAN-DO SPIRIT at the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, together with all stakeholders, to rewrite the history of housing and urban development.

 

  1. We want the Renewed Hope Era for Housing to be the reference point for generations to come for massive and comprehensive housing and urban development.

 

  1. We deliberately chose “Actualizing the Renewed Hope Agenda for Housing and Urban Development” as the theme of this Retreat. At this Retreat, we aim to review what we have done so far toward actualizing Mr. President’s Renewed Hope Agenda for Housing and Urban Development, interrogate our challenges and successes, explore opportunities, and set out a clear pathway to ramp up the tempo of our activities.

 

  1. For the sake of establishing immediate context, it is important that I lay out the Action Plan which Mr. President handed to us when we assumed duty. This includes:

 

  1. Increasing the supply and availability of decent and affordable housing to Nigerians.

 

  1. Implementing land reforms to improve land administration, thereby unlocking the capacity of the real estate sector to contribute to economic growth and grow the Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

 

  1. Reforming federal housing institutions, including the Federal Housing Authority (FHA) and the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN), to better deliver on their mandates.

 

  1. Establishing a National Social Housing Fund (NSHF) to mobilize and administer concessionary funding for the provision of decent shelter for no-income, low-income, underprivileged, and internally displaced Nigerians.

 

  1. Establishing Manufacturing Hubs—one in each of the six geo-political zones of the country.

 

  1. Implementing a Multi-Agency Project Delivery Framework to ensure proper coordination among all housing institutions in the delivery of housing, ensuring alignment along the same focus.

 

  1. Expanding the National Urban Renewal and Slum Upgrade Program.

 

  1. The question I ask myself is how much progress we have made toward achieving these goals. If history were our reference point, we would say that we are doing well. The biggest achievement of the eight years before we came on board was the National Housing Programme, which started in 2016 with plans to build 7,522 housing units. Over the eight years, only 3,388 were completed.

 

  1. On our part, within 17 months, we have 14 active construction sites for a total of 10,112 housing units. With the pace of work at these sites—many already at roofing levels—we are on course to have all these units and more completed within a maximum three-year period.

 

  1. However, history is not our reference point. The size of the housing problem, which requires us to build at least 500,000 housing units annually, is what we have set our eyes on. On this front, we are not even scratching the surface.

 

  1. Regarding the Ministerial Deliverable of increasing the supply of at least 20,000 housing units annually, which is our immediate target, we can say that with 10,112 housing units under construction in 14 locations nationwide, we are making progress.

 

  1. Another area where we are making good progress is in reforming the land administration system in our country. This is a longstanding problem that has been listed in all policies and whitepapers on housing since independence over 50 years ago. The aim is to develop an effective land administration system to make land ownership available, secure, accessible, and easily transferable at affordable rates.

 

  1. First, we set up a Land Reform Task Team, which has submitted a comprehensive blueprint on strategies and initiatives that the Ministry can implement to achieve effective governance of lands in our country. This is a subject of deliberation at this Summit.

 

  1. Second, we are currently working with the World Bank, in partnership with state governments, toward the implementation of a National Land Registration and Titling Programme. The plan is to increase the formalization of land transactions in the country by 50% over a ten-year period. This would unlock over $150 billion in dead capital and help increase Nigeria’s GDP by 30%. The World Bank was here on the first Technical Mission in November last year and is scheduled to return for the second mission in early March.

 

  1. On institutional reforms, the establishment of a National Social Housing Fund, and Building Materials Manufacturing Hubs, we have received the reports of the Task Teams, reviewed their recommendations internally, and are clear on the next steps. These positions will also be presented here at the Retreat for additional inputs from stakeholders.

 

  1. Additionally, we have upscaled and expanded our National Urban Renewal and Slum Upgrade Programme in line with the urban development component of our mandate. We currently have over 100 projects completed in several locations nationwide to improve the livability of Nigerians in semi-urban, rural areas, and villages.

 

  1. 2025 will be an ACTION YEAR for us at the Ministry. We aim to move with speed to get all these reforms off the ground. However, this is only possible with your support and input. WE HAVE A BIG HOUSING PROBLEM, AND WE INTEND TO APPROACH FIXING IT IN A BIG WAY. SMALL EFFORTS WILL NOT TAKE US ANYWHERE.

 

  1. We are fully aware that a key part of the Ministry’s mandate is policy formulation. In this direction, we have also made notable progress. The Ministry worked with UN-Habitat to produce a National Urban Development Policy, which is pending presentation and approval by the Federal Executive Council (FEC).

 

  1. The Policy outlines a framework for coordinating a 10-year program of action for sustainable urbanization in our country. Through this, we aim to domesticate and customize the goals of signed international policies, operationalize national policies in multiple sectors, and create cities that work for all residents.

 

  1. The NUDP is prepared with the objective of harnessing well-managed urbanization as an engine of growth for the national economy.

 

  1. We have also exhaustively studied the National Housing Strategy Report 2023, which was launched by my predecessor. I must acknowledge that the team that developed it, in liaison with FMDQs, PWC, and several other members from the Ministry and the industry, did a thorough job. It is a well-researched, Ministry-sponsored research and strategy paper on housing. However, because most of the data used was from 2019, and so much has changed within the macroeconomic environment, especially in the last three years, we are looking to review and update it.

 

  1. Furthermore, we are working to create a framework for the establishment of a Real Estate Regulatory Authority. I must give credit and acknowledge the tireless efforts and advocacy of the House of Representatives Committee Chairman on Housing and Habitat, Abdulmumin Jibrin, for this initiative. We consider it necessary and are committed to working with the House Committee and all stakeholders to actualize it.

 

  1. We have also taken note and are working on ways and strategies to ensure that Nigerians use properties only as designated in city plans. This is also a key point of concern for the Hon. Chairman, House Committee on Urban Development, Hon. Abiante. We shall be engaging with the Committee to actualize this as well.

 

  1. In conclusion, distinguished guests and stakeholders, this retreat marks a pivotal moment in our collective journey to transform Nigeria’s housing and urban development landscape.

 

  1. The discussions, insights, and collaborations we will foster here over the next two days reaffirm our shared commitment to the Renewed Hope Agenda of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. As we discuss, engage, and share ideas at this retreat, let us carry with us the spirit of urgency, innovation, and collaboration. Let us remember that housing is not just a roof over one’s head; it is a foundation for economic growth, social stability, and national pride. Together, we have the power to rewrite the narrative of housing and urban development in Nigeria.

 

  1. God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria. God bless you all.

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