President Buhari Commissions National Housing Projects

Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari has commissioned affordable National Housing Programme across the country.

The Government under Federal Ministry of Works and Housing has successfully constructed housing schemes under the National Housing Programme in 34 States including the Federal Capital Territory.

So far, Federal Government has commissioned the National Housing Programme in Kaduna, Kogi, Delta, Imo, Osun, Nasarawa, Niger, Jigawa and in Edo State.

More of such commissioning are lined up to be commissioned by Mr. President.

Commissioning the 68 Units of Housing project in Edo State, Mr. President said: “This housing estate being commissioned today is an example of the fulfillment of the promise of change we made.”

Mr. President who was represented by the Minister of Health, Dr. Osagie Ehanire said that the housing estates that were constructed in the 34 states of the federation was a clear manifestation of the progressive ideals of the present administration to improve the human condition of Nigerians.

“The micro, small and medium size businesses that drive the economy have unleashed a value chain of economic activities that improved the conditions of the ordinary Nigerians.

 “In the process, Nigerians at the bottom of the pyramid such as artisans, builders, skilled and unskilled workers and food vendors were not left out of this economic value chain.” 

The Minister of Works and Housing, Mr. Babatunde Raji Fashola, said that as the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari draws to an end, there is great leap in completion of projects all over the federation.

Fashola further stated that the houses commissioned are opened to the general public in non-discriminating way by opening  of the National Housing Portal to ensure transparency in the bidding processes in acquiring the houses.

“We welcome those who can afford to pay outright, it is not a condition of eligibility and have offered flexible payment options like mortgage and rent to own which we encourage applicants to pursue,” Fashola added.

Meanwhile, the Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki thanked Mr. President for the laudable housing project.

While calling for more collaboration with the State Government and private sector participation in the housing industry, he said the National Housing Programme of the Federal Government complements what they are doing in Edo State.

Governor Obaseki added that the efforts of both the State and Federal Government would bridge the housing deficit and provide jobs for the youths in the construction industry.

He said: “It is pertinent to stress that building partnership and working closely with other arms of governments and the private sector and communities is critical in our development strategy.”

Governor Obaseki stressed that the state is willing and ready to collaborate with Federal Government to achieve the desired goal of providing shelter for Nigerians.

He identified mortgage institution as a major player in bridging housing deficit in the country.