The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, has assured Nigerians that the ministry is on course to achieve its annual target of delivering 20,000 housing units under the Renewed Hope Cities and Estate programme. This comes as progress in 2024 shows remarkable strides in addressing the nation’s housing deficit.
Dangiwa shared the update during a performance review meeting with the Central Results Delivery Coordination Unit (CRDCU), led by Hadiza Bala Usman. He revealed that 10,112 housing units are currently under construction at 14 sites nationwide, including 3,612 units in Karsana Renewed Hope City, 1,500 in Kano, and 2,000 in Lagos.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is scheduled to launch two additional projects: 2,500 units in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos, and 1,500 units in Kano on December 17 and 19, respectively. These developments are part of a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) arrangement, which Dangiwa emphasized is essential to bridge funding gaps.
“We need at least ₦50 billion annually to sustain slum upgrades and urban renewal projects. To meet the housing deficit, we must deliver 550,000 units yearly over the next decade,” Dangiwa said, highlighting the need for increased budgetary allocations and support from stakeholders.
The minister also disclosed that over 100 slum upgrade projects have been initiated nationwide, with 60 already completed, providing essential infrastructure like roads, drainage, and water supply.
Hadiza Bala Usman commended the ministry’s progress while stressing the importance of data-driven governance to validate achievements and enhance performance. She reiterated the need for stronger inter-ministerial coordination and timely project execution.
As the Renewed Hope Agenda gains momentum, the Housing Ministry seeks to secure ₦500 billion for its 2025 budget, paving the way for sustainable development and contributing significantly to Nigeria’s Sustainable Development Goals.
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