FG reiterates commitment to affordable housing delivery

Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, Honourable Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, has reiterated the commitment of the Federal Government to providing affordable housing for Nigerians, saying that housing remains a top priority.

Ata spoke during an assessment visit to the National Housing Project (NHP) Estate located in Laminga, Jos East local government area, Plateau State.

Responding to the request by the Jos East Local Government for the bulk purchase of some housing units in the estate, Ata said: “The ministry will offer the houses to the local government on current face value, taking into consideration some observed dilapidation. We will review the initial pricing and address it accordingly.”

He also reassured the commitment of the ministry to meeting the housing needs of Nigerians by increasing housing availability and affordability, adding that the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is working tirelessly to provide housing solutions in the country through its Renewed Hope Housing Programme.

Earlier, the Federal Controller of Housing, Plateau State, Bldr Emmanuel Attah, conveyed to the minister the interest of the Jos East local government to bulk-purchase some housing units in the estate and their request for a down review of the initial pricing to enable them to take care of the repairs and defray the cost of maintenance for the dilapidated portions in some houses.

The NHP Housing Estate in Laminga, Jos Plateau State is expected to provide much-needed housing units, boosting the local economy and improving living standards.

The visit by the minister underscores the government’s focus on addressing Nigeria’s housing deficit as well as promoting socio-economic well-being of Nigerians.

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Meanwhile, Vice President Kashim Shettima has inaugurated 133 completed housing units and supporting infrastructure under the Tudun Biri Community Resettlement Scheme in Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State, marking a major step in the Federal Government’s response to the 2023 military drone mishap that devastated the community.

The resettlement scheme, which also includes educational facilities and other modern amenities, was inaugurated at the weekend in Kaduna.

Shettima described the project as a fulfilled commitment by President Bola Tinubu to restore dignity, stability, and hope to a community traumatised by tragedy.

Recalling events following the incident, Shettima noted that he had visited the affected community in December 2023 on the directive of President Tinubu, where assurances were given that a comprehensive resettlement plan would be implemented.