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May
06
2025

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Minister Atah Salutes Valuers on International Estate Valuation Day

 

Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, Rt. Hon. Abdullahi Yusuf Atah, has extended warm felicitations to estate surveyors and valuers across the country as they commemorate International Estate Valuation Day.

 

Addressing  the members of the Nigerian Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers  at the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development (FMHUD) headquarters, the Minister praised the critical contributions of valuation professionals to Nigeria’s real estate and economic landscape.

 

Minister Atah emphasized the pivotal role of estate valuers in promoting sustainable urban development. 

 

He acknowledged their expertise in property assessment, investment evaluation, and guiding economic policy through accurate asset valuation.

 

The event was marked by a vibrant atmosphere, as participants donned branded green golf shirts and caps bearing the celebration’s logo, symbolizing unity and pride in the profession.

 

Minister Atah urged valuers to remain committed to professionalism and innovation, underscoring the government’s readiness to collaborate with stakeholders in the real estate sector to achieve national housing and development objectives.

 

This year’s celebration, themed “Transform, Invest, Thrive: Optimizing Real Estate Asset Finance and Taxation,” includes a week-long conference aimed at enhancing the skills and proficiency of estate valuers.

 

The programme focuses on refreshing practitioners on the evolving role of valuation in diverse sectors, from financial planning to real estate investment and taxation.

 

International Estate Valuation Day, especially significant to members of the Nigerian Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers (NIESV), highlights the indispensable role of valuers in driving economic stability through precise property assessments. 

 

The day also serves as a platform for public advocacy, educating citizens on the professional and statutory responsibilities of estate valuers in national development.

 

Earlier in the celebration, ESV Rashidat Folake Odusiga, Chairman of NIESV’s Abuja branch, led a sensitization tour across the Federal Capital Territory. 

 

She noted the impressive turnout and professionalism displayed by members, stressing the importance of public awareness on the value and impact of accurate property valuation.

Mar
25
2025

Nigeria Calls for Innovation, Global Unity to Tackle Urban Challenges Amid Shifting World Order   Nairobi, Kenya – March 25, 2025 – Nigeria today called for innovative solutions and strengthened international cooperation to address urgent urban development challenges during the opening session of the first session of the 2025 UN-Habitat Executive Board meeting in Nairobi.    Speaking on behalf of Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, Nigeria's Minister of Housing and Urban Development and current Chair of the UN-Habitat Executive Board, Dr. Shuaib Belgore, Permanent Secretary of Nigeria's Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, emphasized the critical need for collective action as global geopolitical and economic shifts threaten progress on sustainable urbanization.   Dr. Belgore stressed that the current session convenes at a key moment for urban development worldwide. "As the world undergoes fundamental changes, we must reimagine how UN-Habitat operates to remain effective in delivering sustainable urban development for all," he stated. This meeting comes at a time when developing nations face disproportionate impacts from climate change and economic instability, even as 68% of the world's population is projected to live in urban areas by 2050 according to UN data.   "Let us seize this moment to redefine urban development for our generation and those to come. The cities we build today will determine the future we share tomorrow,” Belgore said.   Hon. Alice Wahome, Kenya's Cabinet Secretary for Lands, Public Works, Housing and Urban Development, echoed these concerns, warning that current urbanization trends are pushing infrastructure and environmental systems to their limits.   UN-Habitat Executive Director Ms. Anaclaudia Rossbach presented sobering statistics, revealing that only 12% of Sustainable Development Goal targets remain on track, while over 30% have stalled or regressed. She stated that the World faces significant challenges, including 1.1 billion people living in informal settlements, 300 million experiencing homelessness globally, and a $5 trillion annual financing gap for urban development.   The UN Executive Board Meeting sets the stage for the UN Habitat General Assembly in May, where members will adopt a new Strategic Plan and elect leadership. ...

Mar
25
2025

Nigeria Leading at UN-Habitat Executive Board    Today, ahead of the 2025 First Session of the UN-Habitat Executive Board (March 25–27) in Nairobi, the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Shuaib Belgore, met with the Executive Director of UN-Habitat, Ms. Anaclaudia Rossbach.     Dr. Belgore is representing the Hon. Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, who is the current Chair of the UN-Habitat Executive Board, and will chair the 3-day meeting of the 36-member Executive Board—the key body driving global efforts for sustainable and inclusive cities.     The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is the UN’s lead agency for sustainable urban development. It supports member states in advancing policies and programs that promote inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable cities, ensuring adequate shelter and basic services for all.     As Chair of the Executive Board, Nigeria is playing a pivotal role in shaping global urban development policies.   ...

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.   ...

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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.

 

Jan
13
2024

Ogunbiyi Assumes Office as Perm Sec Housing Ministry, Vows to Uphold Service Ethics in the Ministry

The newly assigned Permanent Secretary to the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development Dr. Marcus Olaniyi Ogunbiyi, has assumed office at the Ministry's Headquarters in Abuja, Friday, January12th, 2024.

Dr Ogunbiyi was deployed to Housing Ministry from the office of the Head of Service of the Federation (OHCSF), where he held fort as the Permanent Secretary, Career Management Office (CMO)

At the occassion, Dr. Ogunbiyi expressed his commitment and readiness to work with the staff of the Ministry, and solicited for their support and cooperation, while also promising to foster peace in order to collectively achieve the desired mandate of the Ministry.

The Permanent Secretary, who is a champion of the Performance Management System, a pillar of the Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan (FCSSIP 25), pledged to continue in his quest to promote a seamless implementation of the Plan in the Ministry.

"As great disciples of the Head of Service, we must all do everything possible to uphold the implementation of FCSSIP 25 in our Ministry, because it has come to stay in the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development”, he stressed.

Dr Ogunbiyi took over from the outgoing Permanent Secretary, Works and Housing, Mamuda Mamman, who supervises both the Works and Housing ministries since the demerger of the two ministries in August, 2023. Mamman was deployed to the Federal Ministry of Power. 

In his remarks, on behalf of the staff of the Housing ministry, Director and Head of department, Engineering Services, Engr. Cyril Onyeneke welcomed the new Permanent Secretary and expressed enthusiasm to cooperate as well as follow his directions in order to achieve the goals of the Ministry.

Highlight of the occasion was the formal signing and presentation of the handover notes between the outgoing and incoming Permanent Secretaries.

In attendance at the event were the management and staff of the Ministry

SPEECHES

Feb
19
2025

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: A Strategic Imperative

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:

  1. Accelerated Housing Delivery at Scale:
    • Partnering with the private sector and Development Finance Institutions to unlock funding and drive mass housing projects.
    • Expanding the Renewed Hope Estates and Cities Programme and National Housing Programme to reach more States and underserved communities.
    • Strengthening Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) to facilitate large-scale investments in housing.
  2. Access to Affordable Housing Finance:
    • Enhancing mortgage penetration through improved policies and financial incentives.
    • Expanding the reach of the National Housing Fund (NHF) and deepening collaboration with Primary Mortgage Banks (PMBs).
    • Supporting innovative homeownership schemes, including rent-to-own and cooperative housing models.
  3. Slum Upgrade and Urban Regeneration:
    • Implementing an inclusive Urban Renewal and Slum Upgrade Framework to address informal settlements and slums.
    • Strengthening collaboration with State Governments on sustainable city planning.
    • Enhancing infrastructure development to improve the livability of our urban centers.
  4. Innovative Building Technologies and Sustainability:
    • Promoting the adoption of local building materials and Green construction practices.
    • Encouraging digital technology and automation in housing development.
    • Driving climate-resilient and energy-efficient housing solutions.
  5. Legislative and Policy Reforms:
    • Reviewing and streamlining land acquisition and titling processes to reduce bureaucratic bottlenecks.
    • Strengthening the Land Use Act (1978) to facilitate easier access to land for housing development.
    • Enhancing housing policies that align with global best practices and sustainable development goals.

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:

  • Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Housing: Encouraging global investment into Nigeria’s real estate sector.
  • Diaspora Investment in Housing Development: Engaging Nigerians in the diaspora in housing finance and property development.
  • Institutional Housing Development Funds: Mobilizing pension and sovereign wealth funds for long-term investment in housing.
  • Youth and Women Empowerment in Housing Delivery: Supporting skills development and entrepreneurship in the housing value chain.

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.

 

Feb
19
2025

WELCOME REMARKS BY THE PERMANENT SECRETARY, 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,

Honourable Minister of Housing and Urban Development,

Honourable Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development,

Distinguished Chief Executives of Agencies under the Ministry,

The Media and members of the Press,

Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen,

 

It is my honour and privilege to welcome you all to this important Sector Retreat organized by the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development. This gathering brings together key Stakeholders in the Housing and Urban Development Sector to deliberate, strategize and set a clear path for the sustainable growth and transformation of our sector in alignment with National priorities.

 

There is a general consensus that the Housing and Urban Development sector is critical to National development.  The sector provides shelter, fosters economic growth, and it can significantly improve the quality of life for our citizens.  As such, the importance of proper planning, strategic collaboration and efficient implementation cannot be overstated.

 

This Retreat is a significant occasion for us at the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development because it presents a unique opportunity for us to share our achievements, assess where we stand, identify challenges, outline our future plans for the Sector and collectively develop actionable strategies that will drive meaningful progress for the benefit of Nigerians, in line with the Renewed hope Agenda of Mr. President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR.

 

A major highlight of this Retreat will be the signing of Performance Contracts between the Honourable Minister and the Chief Executive Officers of our Agencies. This signifies a strong commitment to accountability, efficiency and results-driven governance in line with the Performance Management System (PMS) policy and guidelines of the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF). These agreements will set measurable targets for delivering housing solutions, enhancing urban development policies and ensuring sustainable infrastructure across the country.

 

Furthermore, during the course of this Retreat, we will engage in discussions on partnership opportunities, innovative financing options, as well as policy reforms, with emphasis on the reports of the Four  (4) Reform Task Teams constituted by the Honourable Minister in 2024.  I urge all Participants to actively contribute their insights, expertise and experiences, as your collective input is extremely valuable to shaping the future of the housing sector in Nigeria.

 

On behalf of the Ministry, I sincerely appreciate the Honourable Minister and Honourable Minister of State for their visionary leadership and commitment to driving positive change in the sector.  I also extend my gratitude to our esteemed Stakeholders for their continued support and collaboration.  Together, we can build a more inclusive, sustainable and resilient Housing and Urban Development sector that meets the needs of our growing population.

 

Once again, I warmly welcome you all and wish us a fruitful and productive retreat.

 

Thank you and God Bless.

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01
2025

     

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Apr
30
2025

MEETING OF THE GERMAN DEVELOPMENT COOPERATION (GIZ) WITH THE HON MINISTER OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, ARC AHMED MUSA DANGIWA

Meeting of the German Development Cooperation (GIZ) with the Hon Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc Ahmed Musa Dangiwa

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May
05
2025

MINISTER OF STATE FOR HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT. RT. HON. ABDULLAHI YUSUF ATA MAKING REMARK AT THE FMHUD INTERNATIONAL ESTATE VALUATION DAY AT MINISTRY. MONDAY 5TH MAY, 2025

Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development. Rt. Hon. Abdullahi Yusuf Ata making remark at the FMHUD International Estate Valuation Day at Ministry. Monday 5th May, 2025

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